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DE71 GVP

2021 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,077 mi
Last recorded25,077 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2021 Ford Focus32,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE71 GVP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 25,077 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 25,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 21,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also tread daamged / cuts, no cords exposed at this time. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also tread edges cuts, no cords exposed atr this time. (5.2.3 (e))

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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DE71 GVP is a 2021 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 32,207 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 DE71 GVP, 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 5 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DE71 GVP?

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What year was DE71 GVP registered?

DE71 GVP is a 2021 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 October 2021.

Is DE71 GVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE71 GVP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE71 GVP have outstanding finance?

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