27 Model Years Analyzed
Ford Focus
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1950-2023), based on 1,207,223 DVSA recorded tests.
79.7%
Average Pass Rate
27
Model Years
1207k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2013 Ford Focus MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
4 tests
11 tests
644 tests
34,667 tests
60,345 tests
53,509 tests
72,027 tests
72,930 tests
87,885 tests
93,848 tests
96,679 tests
90,453 tests
87,278 tests
76,869 tests
81,711 tests
72,120 tests
63,958 tests
46,906 tests
36,838 tests
26,370 tests
19,943 tests
16,023 tests
9,289 tests
4,444 tests
2,317 tests
154 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3A tyre seriously damaged
- 4A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- 5a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Ford Focus?
The Ford Focus has an average 79.7% MOT pass rate across model years 1950 to 2023, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Focus?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Ford Focus across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Ford Focus year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Ford Focus model years.