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BK61 FPT

2011 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,943 mi
Last recorded147,943 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 FPT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 147,943 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2026 147,769 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 135,534 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 215/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 215/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 130,881 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 130,881 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 128,371 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 120,890 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 115,118 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 115,055 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 110,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55r16w (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 103,859 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing + worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing + worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 103,843 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing + worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing + worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 91,443 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Nov 2016 79,913 miles

Brake pipes above fuel tank not visable

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 70,041 miles

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Nov 2014 54,581 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BK61 FPT is a 2011 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK61 FPT, 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 BK61 FPT registered?

BK61 FPT is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 November 2011.

Is BK61 FPT safe to buy?

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