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AY61 BUJ

2011 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,802 mi
Last recorded127,802 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 BUJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 127,802 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 127,784 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 125,611 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 121,525 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 121,452 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

silencer deteriorated

Pass 28 Sep 2022 113,600 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 105,003 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 103,341 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 100,442 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 96,071 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 91,421 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 71,981 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 54,918 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 54,918 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AY61 BUJ is a 2011 Ford Focus in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AY61 BUJ, 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 AY61 BUJ registered?

AY61 BUJ is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 November 2011.

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