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EF61 FHM

2011 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,692 mi
Last recorded46,692 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 FHM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 46,692 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2025 46,692 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 34,989 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 34,989 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 28,245 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 28,222 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 28,175 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 26,911 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 25,479 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 23,127 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 20,766 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 18,396 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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EF61 FHM is a 2011 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EF61 FHM, 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 EF61 FHM registered?

EF61 FHM is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 December 2011.

Is EF61 FHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 FHM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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