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CK61 GXJ

2011 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,605 mi
Last recorded147,605 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK61 GXJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 147,605 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 138,538 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2025 138,529 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 128,938 miles

Coolant leak reservoir tank (coolant below minimum level)

Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 119,128 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 7 Jul 2023 119,128 miles

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

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

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2022 108,052 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 108,038 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 95,854 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 95,854 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 87,850 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 87,850 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 78,947 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 78,947 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 70,636 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2017 61,535 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2016 50,893 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 41,816 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 35,439 miles

exhaust rear section hanger corroded

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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CK61 GXJ is a 2011 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 CK61 GXJ, 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 CK61 GXJ registered?

CK61 GXJ is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is CK61 GXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK61 GXJ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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