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LS21 YXL

2021 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,436 mi
Last recorded34,436 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Ford Focus32,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS21 YXL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 34,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 17,121 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 17,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. wrong size 225 instead of 235 (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Apr 2024 4,745 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 4,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 4,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lamp mounting bracket broken

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light In mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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LS21 YXL is a 2021 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LS21 YXL, 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

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What year was LS21 YXL registered?

LS21 YXL is a 2021 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 April 2021.

Is LS21 YXL safe to buy?

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