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DV61 LJZ

2011 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,411 mi
Last recorded105,411 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV61 LJZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 105,411 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2025 105,411 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 96,865 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 96,865 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2023 85,880 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 75,921 miles

both front brake discs rusty and pitted on inner faces

Pass 29 Sep 2021 72,545 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection

Pass 23 Sep 2020 67,899 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection

Pass 18 Sep 2019 60,273 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 26 Sep 2018 52,924 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Also on 3mm & Cracking ()

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & Cracking on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking inbetween tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 44,835 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 36,425 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 27,985 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 22,744 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 LJZ is a 2011 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJZ, 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 LJZ registered?

DV61 LJZ is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 October 2011.

Is DV61 LJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV61 LJZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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