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DY63 VTL

2013 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

101,405 mi
Last recorded101,405 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2013 Ford Focus62,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY63 VTL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 101,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 96,640 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 91,383 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 86,806 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 86,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2019

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 82,937 miles

front wiper blades slightly smearing

Fail 13 Sep 2018 82,937 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm ball joint rubber split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 21 Sep 2017 63,463 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 52,819 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight cut

Fail 20 Sep 2016 52,819 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight cut

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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DY63 VTL is a 2013 Ford Focus in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2013 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 62,763 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY63 VTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 13 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY63 VTL registered?

DY63 VTL is a 2013 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 September 2013.

Is DY63 VTL safe to buy?

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