2011 Ford Focus Zetec 125 1.6L Petrol · UNZ 3021

The vehicle maintains a clean bill of health, with the most recent MOT conducted on 8 November 2025 at 126,284 miles resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This outcome aligns with the previous two annual inspections, indicating a stable and well-maintained mechanical state. The anomalous failure record from 18 October 2023, which displays an erroneous mileage entry of over one million miles, appears to be a clerical error by the testing station rather than a genuine mechanical failure, as the vehicle passed a subsequent test just two days later. Annual mileage accumulation remains consistent with typical usage patterns for a 15-year-old Ford Focus. The vehicle covered approximately 3,399 miles between October 2022 and October 2023, followed by a more significant increase of 15,883 miles leading into the November 2024 test. The most recent interval between November 2024 and November 2025 saw a moderate usage of 8,512 miles. These figures suggest the car has been used regularly rather than left standing for extended periods, which generally mitigates the risk of seized components or degraded seals associated with long-term storage. Despite the clean MOT history, the age and mileage of this vehicle necessitate a thorough physical inspection of high-wear components that fall outside the scope of the annual test. Focus your attention on the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these are common failure points on this chassis that may show signs of perishing or fatigue despite passing recent inspections. Check the brake discs for excessive pitting or uneven wear patterns, and inspect the underside for any signs of structural corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and sill sections. While the MOT record is exemplary, verifying the service history for timing belt replacement intervals is essential, as this component is not monitored during the MOT process and failure could result in catastrophic engine damage.