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BJ61 VJX

2011 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,570 mi
Last recorded57,570 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 VJX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 57,570 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 56,707 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 55,352 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 53,800 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Oct 2021 52,364 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 51,535 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 51,535 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 50,325 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 50,323 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 48,525 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 43,157 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit lowest tread point 2mm, tread run out (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre tread areas cracked

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit lowest tread point 3mm, tread run out (4.1.E.1)

covers and shields restricts view

h/brake efficiency at 18%, brake sheet attached

Fail 16 Feb 2018 43,157 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit lowest tread point 2mm, tread run out (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front tyre tread areas cracked

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit lowest tread point 3mm, tread run out (4.1.E.1)

covers and shields restricts view

h/brake efficiency at 18%, brake sheet attached

Pass 16 Feb 2017 33,671 miles

dots visible on front wiper blades

shields restricts viewing

Pass 16 Feb 2016 24,816 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 16,640 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 14,524 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 14,520 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BJ61 VJX is a 2011 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BJ61 VJX, 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

How do I check the history of BJ61 VJX?

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What year was BJ61 VJX registered?

BJ61 VJX is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 November 2011.

Is BJ61 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ61 VJX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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