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CV61 XSP

2011 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

142,728 mi
Last recorded142,728 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV61 XSP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 142,728 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 141,461 miles

Chip in windscreen

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 141,461 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Chip in windscreen

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 140,286 miles

Chip in windscreen

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

Offside Front Headlamp has moisture

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2023 140,286 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Centre (7.1.2 (c))

Chip in windscreen

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

Offside Front Headlamp has moisture

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 124,977 miles

Chip in windscreen

Fail 14 Oct 2022 124,977 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chip in windscreen

Pass 7 Oct 2021 97,600 miles

Chip in windscreen

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 92,056 miles

Chip in windscreen

Fail 8 Oct 2020 92,056 miles

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

Chip in windscreen

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 86,651 miles

Chip in windscreen

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

Fail 27 Sep 2019 86,422 miles

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

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

Chip in windscreen

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 69,548 miles

Chip in windscreen

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 52,439 miles

both rear tyres slightly stepped on inner edges

Pass 14 Oct 2016 32,917 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 27,834 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 18,544 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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CV61 XSP is a 2011 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CV61 XSP, 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 CV61 XSP registered?

CV61 XSP is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 October 2011.

Is CV61 XSP safe to buy?

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