2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · DG61 FCA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT test in April 2026 at 53,958 miles which passed with no recorded defects. This indicates an improvement over previous years where minor issues were identified and presumably addressed. While the history shows occasional cosmetic or fluid faults, the lack of advisories in the latest inspection suggests the current owner is maintaining the vehicle to a functional standard. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. Data from September 2022 to April 2026 shows the car covered only 10,958 miles over four years, reflecting consistent short-distance use. However, there is a significant gap of nearly 5,000 miles between May 2024 and April 2025. Such low-frequency usage often implies long periods of standing, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid integrity despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the oil leak noted during the April 2025 test to ensure it has been rectified and is not indicative of a gasket failure. The 2023 record flagged perishing on the nearside rear tyre, a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles where rubber dries out over time rather than through wear. Given the age of the Focus, a physical check of the suspension bushes for cracks, seized brake calipers, and structural corrosion on the subframe is essential, as these areas suffer from time and moisture regardless of mileage.