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2013 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · VU63 RYY

VU63 RYY

2013 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2013. Recorded mileage 45,941 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/09/2026.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2013 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16/09/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/09/2026)
Recorded Mileage
45,941 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 16/09/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2013
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a PASSED status at 45,941 miles, indicating that the most recent MOT record falls within the normal operating window without immediate hazards. However, the overall maintenance pattern is deteriorating, as evidenced by the recurring failure of the rear nail and coil spring in the September 2024 test. This indicates a consistent trend of structural wear that has not been adequately addressed, suggesting that previous owners may have been neglecting critical suspension and braking components. The mileage trajectory is distinct from the vehicle's age, showing rapid accumulation between September 2023 and September 2024. The test at 42,258 miles in September 2024, which failed, occurred immediately before the September 2025 test at 45,941 miles. This gap of approximately three months between the last successful test and the current date suggests that the car has been driven for a significant portion of its life without a full MOT, potentially exposing the vehicle to unforeseen wear on the drivetrain and suspension. Given the failure of the rear nail and coil spring in the September 2024 test, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and corrosion on the rear child seat and wheel well. A thorough examination is required to assess whether the brake discs are still in good condition and if the suspension bushings have degraded, as these are the most likely sources of the recurring defects identified in the history.

VU63 RYY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/09/2025
  • 45,941 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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VU63 RYY Mileage History

  1. 07/09/202234,886 mi
  2. 08/09/202338,658 mi+3,772 mi
  3. 05/09/202442,258 mi+3,600 mi
  4. 06/09/202442,260 mi+2 mi
  5. 18/09/202545,941 mi+3,681 mi

Average of roughly 3,648 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VU63 RYY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 22:55
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Ford Focus (VU63 RYY) between September 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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