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Ford Focus MOT Results

Registered in 2002
49.3% pass rate
from 20,967 tests in 2021
(13% worse than other 2002 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2002 cars and highlighted areas where the Ford Focus is unusually good or bad.

  • 23% fail on Suspension (40% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 9.0% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (170% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 8.0% fail on Suspension arms (46% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 4.9% fail on Ball joint (110% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 2.2% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.77% fail on Suspension arm (120% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.63% fail on Ball joint dust cover (30% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 6.3% fail on Anti-roll bars (37% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 1.8% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (58% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 1.1% fail on Linkage (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.85% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (54% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.69% fail on Ball joint dust cover (33% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.41% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.19% fail on Pins and bushes (53% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.086% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.067% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 3.9% fail on Springs (9.6% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 3.9% fail on Coil springs (10.0% worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 3.8% fail on Coil spring (10% worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.043% fail on Mounting
      • 0.076% fail on Spring mounting prescribed areas
      • 0.0048% fail on Leaf springs
        • 0.0048% fail on Spring saddle
    • 1.6% fail on Wheel bearings (19% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.94% fail on Shock absorbers (22% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.93% fail on Sub-frames (60% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.64% fail on Sub-frame (180% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.28% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
      • 0.0048% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0048% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0048% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.41% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.26% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.081% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.038% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.024% fail on Ball joint dust cover (74% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.11% fail on Axles
      • 0.11% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
      • 0.0048% fail on Axle
    • 0.091% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.033% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.024% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.019% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.014% fail on Suspension rod
    • 0.067% fail on Macpherson strut (78% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.029% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (71% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Pins and bushes (83% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.0095% fail on Macpherson strut (84% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.0048% fail on Air/gas/fluid suspension
      • 0.0048% fail on Suspension unit
  • 19% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (14% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 7.0% fail on Stop lamp (44% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 5.1% fail on Headlamps
      • 4.8% fail on Headlamp
      • 0.41% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.019% fail on Dipswitch
    • 4.5% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 4.5% fail on Rear fog lamp (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 4.5% fail on Rear fog lamp (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.0048% fail on Switch
    • 4.1% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 3.5% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.64% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (55% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 1.4% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (38% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.67% fail on Direction indicators (70% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.67% fail on Flashing type (70% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.45% fail on Side repeaters (37% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.21% fail on Individual direction indicators (86% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.014% fail on All direction indicators (89% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.43% fail on Electrical equipment (44% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.28% fail on Horn
      • 0.13% fail on Battery(ies) (63% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.0048% fail on Trailer electrical socket
    • 0.086% fail on Position lamps (62% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.086% fail on Position lamp (60% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.033% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.024% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
      • 0.0095% fail on Main beam tell-tale
    • 0.024% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.014% fail on Hazard warning (91% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.014% fail on Switch (91% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.014% fail on Reversing lamps (7 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.014% fail on Reversing lamps (7 times worse than other 2002 cars)
  • 15% fail on Brakes
    • 8.6% fail on Brake performance (9.1% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 4.0% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
        • 4.0% fail on Rbt (sp) (9.6% worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.0048% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.0048% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 3.2% fail on Service brake performance
        • 3.2% fail on Rbt
          • 2.6% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.82% fail on Service brake imbalance (25% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 0.019% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.052% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.033% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.019% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.014% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0095% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.0048% fail on Service brake performance (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 3.0% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (48% worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 3.0% fail on Rbt (sp) (51% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 1.7% fail on Service brake imbalance (16% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 1.6% fail on Service brake performance (120% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 1.8% fail on Parking brake performance (20% worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 1.7% fail on Rbt (20% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 1.5% fail on Parking brake performance (18% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 0.21% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance) (59% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 0.014% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.048% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.029% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.019% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.019% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0095% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.0048% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.0048% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      • 0.43% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 4.4% fail on Rigid brake pipes (25% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Mechanical brake components (16% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 1.4% fail on Brake linings and pads (21% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 1.4% fail on Brake pads (21% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Brake linings
      • 1.0% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.97% fail on Brake discs
        • 0.038% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.14% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (41% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.091% fail on Cable (47% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.029% fail on Lever
        • 0.0095% fail on Linkage
        • 0.0048% fail on Relay lever
        • 0.0048% fail on Pivot
    • 0.78% fail on Flexible brake hoses (120% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.56% fail on Hydraulic systems (150% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.36% fail on Brake fluid (150% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Reservoirs (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.014% fail on Master cylinder
      • 0.014% fail on Valves
      • 0.0048% fail on Servos
    • 0.37% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (34% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.26% fail on Hand lever
      • 0.13% fail on Pedal (58% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.34% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.34% fail on Lever
    • 0.30% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (80% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.27% fail on Anti-lock braking system (79% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Electronic stability control (89% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Electronic braking system
    • 0.22% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.14% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder (76% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.081% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.10% fail on Load sensing valves (50% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.067% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.048% fail on Prescribed areas
        • 0.029% fail on Other braking system component
        • 0.014% fail on Park brake mechanism/associated mountings
        • 0.0048% fail on Master cylinder/servo mounting
      • 0.019% fail on Other components
    • 0.0048% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.0048% fail on Leaks
    • 0.0048% fail on Pressure storage reservoirs
      • 0.0048% fail on Full power hydraulic systems
  • 10% fail on Body, chassis, structure
    • 3.9% fail on Exhaust system (15% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Integral vehicle structure (110% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 2.4% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (110% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.043% fail on Sub-frame
        • 0.043% fail on Sub-frame condition
    • 1.9% fail on Transmission (47% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 1.9% fail on Drive shafts (45% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 1.8% fail on Joints (46% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.033% fail on Drive shaft
      • 0.043% fail on Prop shafts (76% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.043% fail on Joints (69% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.014% fail on Belts
    • 0.99% fail on Chassis (49% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.98% fail on Chassis condition (49% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.0048% fail on Strengthening plate
    • 0.92% fail on Doors (30% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.57% fail on Driver's door (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.57% fail on Door condition (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.19% fail on Other passenger's door (53% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.19% fail on Door condition (52% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.18% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.18% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0048% fail on Catch
    • 0.45% fail on Body (59% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Panel (92% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Other body component
      • 0.019% fail on Body condition
    • 0.28% fail on Fuel system (51% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Tank
      • 0.091% fail on Pipe
      • 0.038% fail on Hose
      • 0.019% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (93% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.0095% fail on System
    • 0.23% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.11% fail on Cabs
      • 0.11% fail on Prescribed areas (79% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.072% fail on Seats (75% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.062% fail on Passenger's seat
      • 0.0095% fail on Driver's seat (95% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.052% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.033% fail on Engine mounting condition
      • 0.019% fail on Bracket
    • 0.014% fail on Load security
      • 0.014% fail on Tailgate
        • 0.014% fail on Tailgate condition
    • 0.014% fail on Floor
    • 0.014% fail on Undertray (75% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.0095% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0095% fail on Towbar condition
  • 8.4% fail on Visibility
    • 4.7% fail on Wipers
    • 3.3% fail on Washers
    • 0.45% fail on View to rear (72% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.43% fail on Mirrors (70% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.15% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.15% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.11% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.052% fail on Driver's view (170% worse than other 2002 cars)
  • 7.3% fail on Tyres (28% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 4.4% fail on Tread depth (35% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 3.1% fail on Condition (21% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.26% fail on Size/type
  • 6.4% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (10% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 5.9% fail on Exhaust emissions (12% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 5.5% fail on Spark ignition (8.1% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 3.0% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 1.8% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (20% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 1.2% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.081% fail on Non catalyst emissions
        • 0.038% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.029% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.0095% fail on Other emission control equipment
      • 0.53% fail on Compression ignition (39% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.23% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo (44% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.095% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.072% fail on Emissions not tested (60% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.057% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.038% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.024% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.019% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.0048% fail on Exhaust gas recirculation valve
        • 0.014% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
    • 0.68% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.52% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.072% fail on Other leaks
      • 0.048% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.043% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
    • 0.014% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0095% fail on Undertray
      • 0.0048% fail on Sound deadening material
  • 5.8% fail on Steering (37% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 4.8% fail on Steering linkage components (66% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 4.6% fail on Track rod end (79% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.014% fail on Drag link end (87% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.014% fail on Steering arm
      • 0.014% fail on Other components
        • 0.0095% fail on Steering linkage
        • 0.0048% fail on Steering component
      • 0.0048% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.55% fail on Steering gear (39% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.55% fail on Steering rack (37% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.51% fail on Power steering
      • 0.21% fail on Other components
      • 0.17% fail on Operation
      • 0.10% fail on Pump (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Pipes and hoses
      • 0.014% fail on Rams
    • 0.095% fail on Steering play
      • 0.095% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.014% fail on Prescribed areas
    • 0.0095% fail on Steering wheel
    • 0.0048% fail on Steering lock
  • 4.5% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (24% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 4.1% fail on Seat belts (100% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 3.7% fail on Prescribed areas (160% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.52% fail on Condition
      • 0.024% fail on Requirements
      • 0.0048% fail on Attachment
    • 0.32% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (80% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.019% fail on Airbags
      • 0.019% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 1.1% fail on Identification of the vehicle (27% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Registration plates (26% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.0095% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.42% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.31% fail on Attachment
    • 0.12% fail on Condition
  • 0.11% fail on Speedometer and speed limiter (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Speedometer (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.0048% fail on Speed limiter
      • 0.0048% fail on Speed limiter
  • 0.014% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.014% fail on Anchorages

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