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BG61 JRZ

2011 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,660 mi
Last recorded79,660 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 JRZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 79,660 miles

Nearside n/s mirror back damaged.. held together with tape

Fail 31 Oct 2025 79,660 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside n/s mirror back damaged.. held together with tape

Pass 12 Nov 2024 76,433 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 69,497 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front Lamps have water in them. (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 61,347 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 52,905 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (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 6 Nov 2020 51,421 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 48,382 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 48,382 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 44,463 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 39,959 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 35,777 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 29,872 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 25,507 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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BG61 JRZ 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 85.7%.

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 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 BG61 JRZ, 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 BG61 JRZ registered?

BG61 JRZ is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is BG61 JRZ safe to buy?

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