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VN21 XLU

2021 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,460 mi
Last recorded69,460 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 Ford Focus32,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN21 XLU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 69,460 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2026 69,460 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY THIN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2026 69,460 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY THIN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 54,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 39,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/50R18 3mm also cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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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VN21 XLU is a 2021 Ford Focus in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VN21 XLU, 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 VN21 XLU registered?

VN21 XLU is a 2021 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 March 2021.

Is VN21 XLU safe to buy?

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