2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · ML61 VRO
2011 Ford Focus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 157,573 miles. MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,573 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML61 VRO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
- 157,573 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML61 VRO 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 (ML61 VRO) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 February 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 (10 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced suspected bulb fitted incorrectly no image (4.1.4 (a))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
ML61 VRO Mileage History
- 05/02/2024134,824 mi
- 11/02/2025146,073 mi+11,249 mi
- 12/02/2025146,073 mi
- 12/02/2026157,573 mi+11,500 mi
- 12/02/2026157,573 mi
Average of roughly 11,258 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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