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EF13 LVB

2013 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

130,926 mi
Last recorded130,926 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Focus62,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF13 LVB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 130,926 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated only just meets requirements (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 126,498 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 126,495 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

main beam lights not aligned

no covers fitted on rear of headlamps

Pass 9 Apr 2024 122,691 miles

no covers fitted to rear of headlamps

Fail 2 Apr 2024 122,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

no covers fitted to rear of headlamps

Pass 4 Apr 2023 117,938 miles

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

no covers to rear of headlamps

Fail 4 Apr 2023 117,938 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible main beam (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible main beam (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb fallen out in back of light unit (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

no covers to rear of headlamps

Pass 5 Apr 2022 109,951 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2022 105,591 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 97,529 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 78,629 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 78,347 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit (0.50) (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 64,897 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 57,804 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 53,324 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 53,324 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour Lens damaged (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour Lens damaged (1.1.A.3e)

Rear reflector missing Lower bumper section missing. (1.5.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

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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EF13 LVB is a 2013 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EF13 LVB, 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 EF13 LVB registered?

EF13 LVB is a 2013 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 July 2013.

Is EF13 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF13 LVB shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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