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CE61 RVJ

2011 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

98,534 mi
Last recorded98,534 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE61 RVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 98,534 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 98,534 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 83,362 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 83,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 70,355 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 57,791 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 57,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 55,675 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner & outer edge

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F & N/S/R (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 55,675 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner & outer edge

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F & N/S/R (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 54,596 miles

Both front tyres worn inner & outer edge

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 54,596 miles

Both front tyres worn inner & outer edge

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 51,634 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 46,028 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 35,167 miles

Engine & under covers fitted to vehicle.

Rear exhaust bracket broken from pipe.

Fail 22 Aug 2016 35,167 miles

Engine & under covers fitted to vehicle.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear exhaust bracket broken from pipe.

Pass 13 Aug 2015 28,751 miles

Both front tyre tread worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 22,459 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Water in rear fog lamp

Fail 21 Aug 2014 22,459 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Water in rear fog lamp

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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CE61 RVJ is a 2011 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 CE61 RVJ, 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 CE61 RVJ registered?

CE61 RVJ is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 September 2011.

Is CE61 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE61 RVJ shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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