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EF11 DBU

2011 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2011 Ford Focus Diesel 1560cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 83,178 miles on the clock, averaging 5,707 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for EF11 DBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,178
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2014
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,707

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading83,178 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,707
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF11 DBU 19k35k51k67k83k '14'25'20

Check EF11 DBU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,178 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,178 miles
Since last MOT+6,522 miles
PASS
Mileage76,656 miles
Since last MOT+7,195 miles
PASS
Mileage69,461 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,461 miles
Since last MOT+6,326 miles
PASS
Mileage63,135 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,127 miles
Since last MOT+6,703 miles
PASS
Mileage56,424 miles
Since last MOT+6,060 miles
PASS
Mileage50,364 miles
Since last MOT+5,924 miles
PASS
Mileage44,440 miles
Since last MOT+4,477 miles
PASS
Mileage39,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,963 miles
Since last MOT+7,513 miles
PASS
Mileage32,450 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
PASS
Mileage32,426 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,426 miles
Since last MOT+5,443 miles
PASS
Mileage26,983 miles
Since last MOT+2,317 miles
PASS
Mileage24,666 miles
Since last MOT+5,852 miles
PASS
Mileage18,814 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger (Garrett GT15 variable geometry turbo) – oil feed pipe sludge build-up leading to starvation and failure

EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve and actuator)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF11 DBU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier11 — March 2011 to August 2011

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About EF11 DBU

What car is EF11 DBU?

EF11 DBU is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2011.

What is the mileage of EF11 DBU?

The last recorded mileage for EF11 DBU was 83,178 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF11 DBU passed its MOT?

EF11 DBU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.

Is EF11 DBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF11 DBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EF11 DBU?

EF11 DBU is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.