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AF61 XRC

2011 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,469 mi
Last recorded140,469 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 XRC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 140,469 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 138,136 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 135,307 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 129,194 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 116,348 miles

Nearside Front Steering has slight play.

Fail 18 Nov 2021 115,727 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering has slight play.

Pass 25 Nov 2020 104,386 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 104,386 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 95,157 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 85,705 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 57,252 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 41,672 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 41,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 33,300 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 23,369 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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AF61 XRC is a 2011 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 69,917 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF61 XRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 15 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 XRC registered?

AF61 XRC is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is AF61 XRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 XRC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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