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CE61 XXC

2011 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,537 mi
Last recorded101,537 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE61 XXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 101,537 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 95,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Jun 2023 89,656 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 82,516 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 82,516 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 75,738 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 69,767 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 69,766 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 62,876 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 55,725 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 55,698 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2017 48,421 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 43,749 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 36,527 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 36,527 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 31,408 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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CE61 XXC is a 2011 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 CE61 XXC, 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 CE61 XXC?

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What year was CE61 XXC registered?

CE61 XXC is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 October 2011.

Is CE61 XXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE61 XXC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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