Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 68,518 miles on the clock, averaging 8,881 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for GY61 VLR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 68,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28 |
| Average per year | 8,881 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY61 VLR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About GY61 VLR
What car is GY61 VLR?
GY61 VLR is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Brighton in 2011.
What is the mileage of GY61 VLR?
The last recorded mileage for GY61 VLR was 68,518 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY61 VLR passed its MOT?
GY61 VLR has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Sep 2017.
Is GY61 VLR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY61 VLR 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 GY61 VLR?
GY61 VLR is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.