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EJ61 SRU

2011 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,641 mi
Last recorded15,641 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Focus69,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ61 SRU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 15,641 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 15,493 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 15,270 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 14,863 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 14,300 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 13,476 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 12,824 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside tyre walls cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover, under tray, under shields

Fail 27 Aug 2019 12,824 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp likely to become detached nearside and offside (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside tyre walls cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover, under tray, under shields

Pass 14 Aug 2018 11,684 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wear indicators yellow (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 10,241 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wiper smeary and wear indicators yellow

under tray

Pass 31 Aug 2016 8,050 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 6,753 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2014 5,539 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 SRU is a 2011 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EJ61 SRU, 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

How do I check the history of EJ61 SRU?

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What year was EJ61 SRU registered?

EJ61 SRU is a 2011 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is EJ61 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ61 SRU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ61 SRU have outstanding finance?

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