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2013 FORD FOCUS1.6L Petrol

P29 GAR

FORD FOCUS (2013, Petrol, 1596cc) — mileage recorded at 57,693. MOT status: valid. Road tax: paid. Check full history before buying.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 08/09/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/10/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1596cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 29 August 2025 at 57,693 miles with no recorded defects, indicating a stable and improving maintenance trend. The absence of advisories in the most recent inspection suggests that previous mechanical concerns have been addressed or resolved through routine servicing. This clean pass provides a baseline of current roadworthiness, confirming that the vehicle met all statutory requirements as of late last summer. With a total of 57,693 miles over thirteen years, the vehicle averages approximately 4,438 miles annually, reflecting light usage patterns. The mileage progression remains consistent across the provided history, showing steady increments of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles between annual tests. There are no indications of prolonged periods of inactivity or erratic usage, which often lead to seized components or accelerated degradation of rubber seals and hoses. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the brake discs and tyres, as these have been the primary areas of concern in previous years. While the 2024 test noted wear and pitting on the front brake discs, the subsequent clean pass implies these were either rectified or deemed within acceptable tolerances. You should verify the current thickness of the discs and the condition of the tyre sidewalls to ensure no dry rot has developed during the ten months since the last test. Checking the security of the heat shield is also recommended, as this was flagged as a recurring maintenance item that requires periodic adjustment or replacement to prevent rattling or contact with the exhaust system.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 20 Jul 2026, 02:00
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 29 August 2025 at 57,693 miles with no recorded defects, indicating a stable and improving maintenance trend. The absence of advisories in the most recent inspection suggests that previous mechanical concerns have been addressed or resolved through routine servicing. This clean pass provides a baseline of current roadworthiness, confirming that the vehicle met all statutory requirements as of late last summer. With a total of 57,693 miles over thirteen years, the vehicle averages approximately 4,438 miles annually, reflecting light usage patterns. The mileage progression remains consistent across the provided history, showing steady increments of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles between annual tests. There are no indications of prolonged periods of inactivity or erratic usage, which often lead to seized components or accelerated degradation of rubber seals and hoses. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the brake discs and tyres, as these have been the primary areas of concern in previous years. While the 2024 test noted wear and pitting on the front brake discs, the subsequent clean pass implies these were either rectified or deemed within acceptable tolerances. You should verify the current thickness of the discs and the condition of the tyre sidewalls to ensure no dry rot has developed during the ten months since the last test. Checking the security of the heat shield is also recommended, as this was flagged as a recurring maintenance item that requires periodic adjustment or replacement to prevent rattling or contact with the exhaust system.
MOT Test History Overview

This 2013 Ford Focus (P29 GAR) has a recorded MOT history spanning from September 2021 to August 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 5 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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