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EJ61 NGG

2011 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

115,087 mi
Last recorded115,087 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ61 NGG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 115,087 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 111,531 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 111,531 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 109,599 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 109,599 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 107,367 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 107,367 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 100,282 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 100,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 90,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155017 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 82,220 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 68,311 miles

Engine under tray fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2016 56,541 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 44,506 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 44,506 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 30,736 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 30,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EJ61 NGG is a 2011 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 EJ61 NGG, 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 EJ61 NGG registered?

EJ61 NGG is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 November 2011.

Is EJ61 NGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ61 NGG shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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