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AV61 WJU

2011 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

136,347 mi
Last recorded136,347 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 WJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 136,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 May 2025 134,436 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2025 134,436 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 128,868 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective front to flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

Fail 2 May 2024 128,868 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective front to flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2023 122,608 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2023 122,608 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heat shields slightly loose, damaged - still doing the job

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2022 113,090 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 101,994 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 89,962 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 78,641 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 66,647 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 57,138 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 48,365 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 38,452 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 34,893 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 WJU is a 2011 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AV61 WJU, 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 WJU registered?

AV61 WJU is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 December 2011.

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