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AU61 OVP

2011 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,647 mi
Last recorded119,647 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU61 OVP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 119,647 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 114,348 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 19 May 2025 114,346 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 20 May 2024 103,943 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear trailing arm, bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 97,880 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 91,960 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 86,553 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 81,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 77,349 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 72,976 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 66,851 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 55,594 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (2 chips) (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 44,769 miles

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

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 35,522 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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AU61 OVP is a 2011 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AU61 OVP, 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 AU61 OVP registered?

AU61 OVP is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is AU61 OVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU61 OVP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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