2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · CK61 ABU

The most recent MOT test on December 8, 2025, confirms the vehicle passed with no defects recorded, though it was retested the same day after an earlier failure at 149,710 miles—an unusual but not uncommon scenario where a minor oversight was corrected before the full inspection. The trend over the past two years remains stable, with no recurring advisories or major faults. However, the double-testing in December 2025 suggests either a procedural slip or a last-minute correction of a non-critical issue, such as a minor emission or lighting fault. No structural or safety-critical components were flagged in the last three tests, but the lack of advisories does not preclude hidden wear, particularly in suspension or drivetrain components given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The mileage progression shows consistent usage, averaging around 8,500 miles annually over the past five years, which aligns with typical wear patterns for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps or abrupt jumps in mileage between tests, though the 2023 failure at 132,529 miles—just 54 miles before the passing test—indicates a possible oversight rather than a mechanical failure. The most recent test, just seven months ago, means the vehicle has not yet reached its next MOT due date, but the lack of advisories in prior tests does not guarantee current condition. The average annual mileage suggests the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than left unused, which could imply more predictable wear on consumables like tyres and brakes. Given the absence of recorded defects, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components—particularly the rear suspension bushes and coil springs—due to the vehicle’s age and mileage. The double-testing in December 2025 raises caution about potential undocumented issues, so binding rear brakes, worn brake discs, or corrosion in wheel arches should be checked. The lack of advisories in prior tests does not rule out gradual wear in the exhaust system or catalytic converter, which often fail silently before MOT testing. Structural integrity, especially around the sills and wheel arches, should also be examined for corrosion, as this is a common failure point in older Focus models. While the MOT history is clean, a professional inspection is essential to verify the condition of non-testable components.