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AV61 GYP

2011 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,771 mi
Last recorded72,771 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 GYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 72,771 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 72,548 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Centre heat shield loose

Pass 13 Nov 2024 62,070 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 56,124 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 51,912 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 47,921 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2022 47,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 45,383 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 45,383 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 39,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil level on minimum

Fail 27 Jul 2019 39,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid water toped up. (3.5 (a))

oil level on minimum

Pass 1 Aug 2018 35,828 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 35,828 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2017 31,810 miles

front brake pads appear low

Pass 4 May 2016 27,845 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 23,625 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 17,291 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 17,291 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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AV61 GYP is a 2011 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AV61 GYP, 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 AV61 GYP registered?

AV61 GYP is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is AV61 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 GYP shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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