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DK11 TVF

2011 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

146,557 mi
Last recorded146,557 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK11 TVF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 146,557 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 146,556 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 141,100 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2024 141,092 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 132,599 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 132,599 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 108,698 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 108,693 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin Injector blowing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 98,483 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 98,483 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 91,575 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 91,575 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 85,516 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 76,649 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 76,475 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 67,782 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2017 67,782 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 58,504 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 v (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 50,931 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 43,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DK11 TVF is a 2011 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DK11 TVF, 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.

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What year was DK11 TVF registered?

DK11 TVF is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 July 2011.

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