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HF71 GXE

2021 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,261 mi
Last recorded20,261 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2021 Ford Focus32,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF71 GXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 20,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 16,119 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 15,131 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 14,807 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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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HF71 GXE is a 2021 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 32,207 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 HF71 GXE, 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 5 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF71 GXE?

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What year was HF71 GXE registered?

HF71 GXE is a 2021 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 September 2021.

Is HF71 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF71 GXE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF71 GXE have outstanding finance?

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