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EA13 MLZ

2013 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

124,564 mi
Last recorded124,564 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Focus62,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA13 MLZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 124,564 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 110,553 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 110,553 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235-40-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2024 95,800 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 82,626 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides feathering (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 82,626 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides feathering (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 70,411 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 70,411 miles

Central Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

TPMS indicates low pressures

Pass 3 Aug 2021 60,381 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 55,258 miles

Coolant leak level low.

Pass 4 May 2019 44,605 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 35,664 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 27,552 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 21,483 miles

undershields fitted not allowing full inspection

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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EA13 MLZ is a 2013 Ford Focus in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EA13 MLZ, 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 EA13 MLZ registered?

EA13 MLZ is a 2013 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 May 2013.

Is EA13 MLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA13 MLZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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