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AK61 GVU

2011 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

126,517 mi
Last recorded126,517 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 GVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 126,517 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 111,552 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 111,418 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant level low

Pass 16 Feb 2023 95,577 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 77,313 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 65,838 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 53,034 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 34,040 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 34,040 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

advise n/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit

advise n/s/r tyre worn low

advise o/s/f tyre worn low

advise o/s/r tyre worn low and punctured

Pass 29 Sep 2017 26,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.50mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 26,476 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.50mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 24,248 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 22,443 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,770 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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AK61 GVU is a 2011 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AK61 GVU, 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 AK61 GVU registered?

AK61 GVU is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is AK61 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 GVU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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