2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · BF11 CXK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership style. The most recent test in August 2025 at 91,717 miles passed despite advisories for sidewall damage and damage on both rear tyres. This follows a significant failure in August 2023 where the car presented multiple defects across lighting, braking, and tyre components. While the vehicle has passed its last two tests, the history suggests the owner tends to address faults only when they result in an MOT failure. At 91,717 miles, the Focus has averaged approximately 6,100 miles per year over its 15-year life, which aligns with low annual usage. The mileage progression between tests is consistent, with roughly 5,600 miles driven between August 2023 and September 2024, and another 3,500 miles between September 2024 and August 2025. This low usage rate reduces mechanical strain on the drivetrain, but the age of the vehicle means that rubber components and perish parts are susceptible to degradation regardless of the low distance covered. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system, as the 2023 record flagged pitted and scored front brake discs that required replacement shortly after the failure. The 2025 advisories regarding perishing and cracking on the rear tyres indicate the rubber is reaching the end of its structural life due to age rather than tread depth. Physical inspection should also check for corrosion on the exhaust system and heat shields, as the 2024 test noted an insecure heat shield suggesting the beginning of surface rust or loosening on the undercarriage.