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AU61 VVL

2011 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,662 mi
Last recorded75,662 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU61 VVL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 75,662 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 63,566 miles

Child seats fitted

Front brake discs corroded/wearing

Fail 28 Aug 2020 63,469 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt OFFSIDE FRONT OUTER CV BOOT SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONT WIPERS SPLIT (3.4 (b) (ii))

UNABLE TO OPEN BONNET / REASON TO REFUSE TO TEST

Pass 29 Aug 2019 55,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre inflation valve perished

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead slightly buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Aug 2019 55,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre inflation valve perished

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead slightly buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Aug 2018 47,032 miles

Child seats fitted

Nearside rear wheel damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2017 38,210 miles

Child seats fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2016 36,414 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 31,456 miles

fr4ont brake pads starting to wear thin

Pass 30 Aug 2014 25,225 miles

front tyres worn close to limit

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 VVL is a 2011 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AU61 VVL, 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 AU61 VVL registered?

AU61 VVL is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is AU61 VVL safe to buy?

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