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E8 MEA

2013 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

145,080 mi
Last recorded145,080 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Focus62,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 MEA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 145,080 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 127,241 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 126,701 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 105,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 93,803 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 87,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge only (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge only (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 76,381 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 64,955 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear on both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 51,856 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 37,182 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 25,001 miles

top engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2015 19,388 miles

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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E8 MEA is a 2013 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E8 MEA, 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.

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What year was E8 MEA registered?

E8 MEA is a 2013 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 January 2013.

Is E8 MEA safe to buy?

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