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DV61 KAE

2011 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,256 mi
Last recorded93,256 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV61 KAE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 93,256 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 84,567 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2025 84,566 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 79,279 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 75,863 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 71,624 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 66,527 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 61,298 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 54,989 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 53,327 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,162 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 48,162 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 41,456 miles

trays & covers fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2015 37,222 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 31,729 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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DV61 KAE is a 2011 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DV61 KAE, 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 DV61 KAE registered?

DV61 KAE is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 September 2011.

Is DV61 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV61 KAE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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