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FORD FOCUS2011 · 1.6L Petrol

SG11 ACF

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 83,069 miles recorded, this Blue 2011 FORD FOCUS runs on Petrol with a 1596cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is up to date.

MOT
Expired
Expires 18/06/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/02/2027
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1596cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having achieved a clean MOT pass on 10 June 2025 at 83,069 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently met testing standards without recorded defects or advisories over the last three successful inspections. While the history shows immediate failures prior to the two most recent passes, the rapid re-testing and success indicate that any minor mechanical or equipment issues were addressed and rectified promptly to maintain legal compliance. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2011 registration, averaging only approximately 5,500 miles per year. Data shows a consistent but infrequent usage pattern, moving from 72,376 miles in July 2023 to 77,879 miles in June 2024, and then again. This low annual mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components; however, the age of the vehicle suggests that potential age-related degradation of rubber-based components, seals, and fluid chemistry may exist irrespective of the distance driven. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas prone to neglect associated with low-mileage, older vehicles. Given the lack of personories in the recent records, there is no documented history of failing suspension bushes, springs, or structural corrosion, but these should be checked visually for rust on the underbody. Inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or thinning, as low-use vehicles often suffer from oxidation on the braking surfaces. Checking the condition of the exhaust system and mounting points remains essential to ensure that the low mileage hasn't masked hidden environmental damage over the fifteen-year period.

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50
/ 100 · Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having achieved a clean MOT pass on 10 June 2025 at 83,069 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently met testing standards without recorded defects or advisories over the last three successful inspections. While the history shows immediate failures prior to the two most recent passes, the rapid re-testing and success indicate that any minor mechanical or equipment issues were addressed and rectified promptly to maintain legal compliance. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2011 registration, averaging only approximately 5,500 miles per year. Data shows a consistent but infrequent usage pattern, moving from 72,376 miles in July 2023 to 77,879 miles in June 2024, and then again. This low annual mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components; however, the age of the vehicle suggests that potential age-related degradation of rubber-based components, seals, and fluid chemistry may exist irrespective of the distance driven. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas prone to neglect associated with low-mileage, older vehicles. Given the lack of personories in the recent records, there is no documented history of failing suspension bushes, springs, or structural corrosion, but these should be checked visually for rust on the underbody. Inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or thinning, as low-use vehicles often suffer from oxidation on the braking surfaces. Checking the condition of the exhaust system and mounting points remains essential to ensure that the low mileage hasn't masked hidden environmental damage over the fifteen-year period.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2011 Ford Focus (SG11 ACF), we found 5 MOT results in the period of July 2023 to June 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 26 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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