2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · EF11 LPC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical degradation. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 165,098 miles resulted in a pass after an initial failure, the list of advisories reveals a significant shift toward structural concerns. The presence of corrosion on the rear sub-frame and lower integral body structure suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase where metal integrity will become the primary point of failure. At 165,098 miles over 15 years, this Ford Focus follows a consistent usage pattern of approximately 11,000 miles per year. The data shows steady mileage accumulation, with 6,000 miles covered between August 2023 and September 2024, and another nearly 6,000 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This regularity of use suggests the car has not sat for long periods, which explains the typical wear on rubber components and the progression of surface rust across the chassis. A buyer must prioritise a thorough underbody inspection to assess the depth and extent of the corrosion noted on the sub-frame and suspension arms. The tester flagged recurring play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage across two consecutive years, indicating a component that has been monitored but not replaced by the owner. Additionally, the persistent oil leak noted in 2024 and the low coolant level reported in 2025 require a mechanical pressure test to ensure there are no underlying head gasket or cooling system failures beyond simple seal leaks.