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EF63 CTE

2013 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,206 mi
Last recorded73,206 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Focus62,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF63 CTE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 73,206 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 68,967 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 68,967 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 64,266 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 59,540 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 6 Dec 2022 59,318 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit after 2nd test (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 54,652 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2020 49,705 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2019 45,581 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 37,302 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Dec 2018 37,302 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 29,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 29,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 21,739 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

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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EF63 CTE is a 2013 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EF63 CTE, 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 EF63 CTE registered?

EF63 CTE is a 2013 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 December 2013.

Is EF63 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF63 CTE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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