2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · MA61 TWK
2011 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 125,351 miles. MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,351 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA61 TWK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2026
- 125,351 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA61 TWK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Ford Focus (MA61 TWK) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
MA61 TWK Mileage History
- 03/09/2024111,592 mi
- 18/09/2024111,595 mi+3 mi
- 30/09/2025116,911 mi+5,316 mi
- 01/10/2025116,912 mi+1 mi
- 26/09/2026125,351 mi+8,439 mi
Average of roughly 6,672 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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