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Ford Focus MOT Results

Registered in 2014
75.7% pass rate
from 77,324 tests in 2021
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 2014 cars and highlighted areas where the Ford Focus is unusually good or bad.

  • 7.2% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (17% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.9% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.8% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.12% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (26% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.7% fail on Stop lamp (20% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.4% fail on Headlamps (14% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Headlamp (14% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.054% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.031% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (40% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0013% fail on Dipswitch
    • 1.2% fail on Direction indicators (130% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.2% fail on Flashing type (130% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.93% fail on Side repeaters (150% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.31% fail on Individual direction indicators (83% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.025% fail on All direction indicators
        • 0.0013% fail on Switch
    • 0.87% fail on Electrical equipment (4 times worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.85% fail on Horn (6 times worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.017% fail on Battery(ies) (50% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0013% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.58% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (33% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (19% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Rear fog lamp (19% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.21% fail on Rear fog lamp (19% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0026% fail on Front fog lamps
        • 0.0026% fail on Front fog lamps
    • 0.072% fail on Position lamps (110% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.059% fail on Position lamp (88% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Switch (5 times worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0013% fail on All position lamps
    • 0.035% fail on Hazard warning (67% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.035% fail on Switch (67% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.030% fail on Reversing lamps (72% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Reversing lamps (71% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.023% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.0052% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0052% fail on Main beam tell-tale
      • 0.0013% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
  • 5.5% fail on Suspension (17% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 4.0% fail on Springs (84% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 4.0% fail on Coil springs (84% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 4.0% fail on Coil spring (84% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0026% fail on Mounting
    • 0.88% fail on Suspension arms (43% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.36% fail on Ball joint (51% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.30% fail on Ball joint dust cover (76% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.22% fail on Pins and bushes (68% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Suspension arm
      • 0.0013% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.30% fail on Anti-roll bars (43% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (49% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.066% fail on Linkage ball joints (61% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.050% fail on Linkage
      • 0.039% fail on Ball joint dust cover (45% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.022% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
      • 0.022% fail on Ball joint (56% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.010% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0052% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0052% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0039% fail on Anti-roll bar
    • 0.26% fail on Wheel bearings (31% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.13% fail on Shock absorbers (56% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.041% fail on Other suspension component (41% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.018% fail on Ball joint (50% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.010% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0013% fail on Other suspension component
    • 0.012% fail on Axles (78% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Swivel pins and bushes (77% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.0078% fail on Macpherson strut (83% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0026% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (81% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0026% fail on Pins and bushes (90% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0013% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0013% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.0052% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.0039% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0013% fail on Ball joint
  • 5.0% fail on Tyres (5.2% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 3.1% fail on Tread depth (20% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 2.1% fail on Condition (11% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.14% fail on Size/type (74% worse than other 2014 cars)
  • 2.9% fail on Brakes (32% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 2.0% fail on Mechanical brake components (18% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.4% fail on Brake linings and pads (29% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 1.4% fail on Brake pads (29% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.81% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.81% fail on Brake discs
        • 0.0013% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.031% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages
        • 0.028% fail on Cable
        • 0.0026% fail on Lever
    • 0.80% fail on Brake performance (47% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.49% fail on Service brake performance (43% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.48% fail on Rbt (43% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.41% fail on Service brake performance (44% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.091% fail on Service brake imbalance (38% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0065% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.0039% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0013% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0013% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.25% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (53% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.25% fail on Rbt (sp) (51% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0013% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.0013% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 0.13% fail on Parking brake performance (48% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.12% fail on Rbt (48% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.12% fail on Parking brake performance (45% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.0052% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance) (78% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.0026% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.0039% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0026% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.0013% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      • 0.071% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (60% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.070% fail on Rbt (sp) (60% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.048% fail on Service brake imbalance (59% better than other 2014 cars)
          • 0.030% fail on Service brake performance (57% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0013% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.035% fail on Brake performance not tested (42% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.093% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (54% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.069% fail on Anti-lock braking system (48% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Electronic stability control (67% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.079% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (44% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.065% fail on Pedal
      • 0.014% fail on Hand lever (82% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.034% fail on Parking brake control (79% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.034% fail on Lever (76% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.034% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.022% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.0065% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.0052% fail on Servos (5 times worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.019% fail on Flexible brake hoses (61% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.019% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders) (57% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers (54% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0039% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.0078% fail on Rigid brake pipes (95% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.0052% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.0026% fail on Pressure/vacuum build up (10 times worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0013% fail on Operation
      • 0.0013% fail on Servos
  • 2.5% fail on Visibility (36% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 1.7% fail on Washers
    • 0.74% fail on Wipers (67% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.053% fail on View to rear
      • 0.052% fail on Mirrors
      • 0.0013% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.043% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.040% fail on Windscreen
      • 0.0026% fail on Window
    • 0.019% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.010% fail on Driver's view
  • 2.5% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (69% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Exhaust emissions (73% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 1.7% fail on Compression ignition (190% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 1.4% fail on On or after 01/01/2014 (4 times worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.16% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (43% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.11% fail on On or after 01/07/2008 (3 times worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.028% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.016% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo (140% worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.014% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.0052% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0026% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.0026% fail on Other emission control equipment
      • 0.73% fail on Spark ignition (12% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.48% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.25% fail on Catalyst emissions (20% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.070% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0026% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0026% fail on Catalytic converter
        • 0.0026% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    • 0.047% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.031% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.010% fail on Other leaks
      • 0.0039% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.0013% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
    • 0.018% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.013% fail on Undertray
      • 0.0065% fail on Sound deadening material (2 times worse than other 2014 cars)
  • 0.63% fail on Body, chassis, structure (57% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.28% fail on Transmission (60% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.27% fail on Drive shafts (59% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.26% fail on Joints (59% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0013% fail on Drive shaft
      • 0.013% fail on Prop shafts (64% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Joints
    • 0.14% fail on Exhaust system (70% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.049% fail on Body
      • 0.039% fail on Other body component
      • 0.0091% fail on Panel
      • 0.0013% fail on Mounting fixings
    • 0.044% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.039% fail on Fuel system (54% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Pipe (170% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0052% fail on Tank
      • 0.0052% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (92% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0039% fail on Hose
      • 0.0013% fail on System
    • 0.036% fail on Doors (61% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Other passenger's door (51% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Door condition (52% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0013% fail on Hinge
      • 0.0091% fail on Driver's door (61% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0052% fail on Door condition (75% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0026% fail on Hinge
        • 0.0013% fail on Catch
      • 0.0078% fail on Front passenger's door (72% better than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0078% fail on Door condition (71% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.018% fail on Seats
      • 0.016% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.0026% fail on Passenger's seat (80% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.010% fail on Engine mounting condition
      • 0.0026% fail on Bracket
    • 0.010% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0078% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.0065% fail on Boot lid condition
      • 0.0013% fail on Other boot lid component
    • 0.0013% fail on Integral vehicle structure
      • 0.0013% fail on Sub-frame
        • 0.0013% fail on Strengthening plate
    • 0.0013% fail on Chassis
      • 0.0013% fail on Chassis condition
    • 0.0013% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.0013% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.0013% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0013% fail on Towbar condition
  • 0.35% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (21% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.22% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.12% fail on Seat belts (38% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Condition (36% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.0026% fail on Requirements
      • 0.0013% fail on Prescribed areas
      • 0.0013% fail on Attachment
    • 0.0065% fail on Airbags
      • 0.0052% fail on Drivers airbag
      • 0.0013% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.29% fail on Steering (63% better than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.18% fail on Steering linkage components (74% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Track rod end (79% better than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.010% fail on Drag link end
      • 0.0078% fail on Other components (2 times worse than other 2014 cars)
        • 0.0039% fail on Steering component
        • 0.0039% fail on Steering linkage
      • 0.0065% fail on Locking devices
      • 0.0039% fail on Steering arm
    • 0.084% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.081% fail on Steering rack
      • 0.0026% fail on Operation
    • 0.023% fail on Steering play (90% worse than other 2014 cars)
      • 0.023% fail on Steering rack (97% worse than other 2014 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Power steering
      • 0.0078% fail on Operation
      • 0.0026% fail on Other components
      • 0.0013% fail on Pipes and hoses
      • 0.0013% fail on Rams
    • 0.0026% fail on Steering column
  • 0.27% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.25% fail on Attachment
    • 0.025% fail on Condition (55% better than other 2014 cars)
  • 0.20% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.20% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.0013% fail on Speedometer and speed limiter
    • 0.0013% fail on Speedometer
  • 0.0013% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0013% fail on Belt(s)/padding
Read the Honest John Review

  • Ford Focus (2014 - 2018)
    Relaxed but still enjoyable to drive, well-equipped for the money, a huge choice on the used market.
  • Ford Focus (2011 - 2014)
    Refined and upmarket feel to the cabin. Comfortable and quiet on the move. More efficient petrol and diesel engines. Better ride quality. Excellent £750 Driver Assist Pack.

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