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YS71 PBZ

2021 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,949 mi
Last recorded78,949 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2021 Ford Focus32,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS71 PBZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 78,949 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2025 78,896 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 75,675 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Dec 2024 75,675 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible Deteriorated and insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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YS71 PBZ is a 2021 Ford Focus in Black with a 999cc petrol 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 YS71 PBZ, 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 YS71 PBZ?

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What year was YS71 PBZ registered?

YS71 PBZ is a 2021 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 December 2021.

Is YS71 PBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS71 PBZ 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 YS71 PBZ have outstanding finance?

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