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EF61 GVP

2011 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,617 mi
Last recorded113,617 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 GVP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 113,617 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation in light (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2025 113,614 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation in light (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 106,979 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 98,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 91,752 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 91,752 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 84,092 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 77,319 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 77,183 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 63,349 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 53,621 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 42,827 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 42,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 30,845 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 28,492 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight rough when rotated

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 29 Dec 2014 19,939 miles

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

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

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

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 GVP is a 2011 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EF61 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 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 GVP registered?

EF61 GVP is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 December 2011.

Is EF61 GVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 GVP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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