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AK61 SVZ

2011 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

178,231 mi
Last recorded178,231 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 SVZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 178,231 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 170,856 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge.

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 170,855 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge.

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 158,174 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 158,174 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect O/S (BULB FITMENT INCORRECT) (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested O/S (4.1.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords O/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (i))

ALIGNMENT CHECK ADVISED

Headlamp aim too low N/S (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER WORN 1mm >> NEW ADVISED ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 143,013 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 128,784 miles

Nearside Rear DAMAGE N/S/R DOOR AND REAR WING BUT NOT REDUCING STRUCTURAL STRENGTH

STONE CHIP TO WINDSCREEN OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA

Fail 18 Oct 2021 128,784 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear DAMAGE N/S/R DOOR AND REAR WING BUT NOT REDUCING STRUCTURAL STRENGTH

REAR WIPER TORN

STONE CHIP TO WINDSCREEN OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA

Pass 26 Oct 2020 118,370 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 118,370 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect O/S/F (4.1.2 (c))

ALIGNMENT CHECK ADVISED

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/R INNER THIN + TYRE 2.5mm >> NEW ADVISED ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 109,002 miles

Nearside Rear Lower sill panel is damaged and distorted but not excessively weakened

Fail 24 Oct 2019 109,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower sill panel is damaged and distorted but not excessively weakened

Pass 24 Oct 2018 96,275 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 82,798 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 82,798 miles

Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Both rear tyres out of shape on inner edge, recommend new tyres

Pass 12 Oct 2016 69,223 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 55,921 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 42,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 42,151 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 SVZ is a 2011 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SVZ, 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.

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What year was AK61 SVZ registered?

AK61 SVZ is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 October 2011.

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