2011 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · EX11 WVB

The vehicle currently presents a concerning roadworthiness status following a significant failure in its most recent test on January 2025. While the car maintained a clean record between 2020 and 2021, the latest inspection at 111,688 miles indicates a sharp decline in maintenance standards. The presence of multiple critical failures, including an inoperative engine management light and insecure bonnet securing, alongside worn consumable components, suggests a period of neglect where basic safety checks were ignored prior to the inspection. At 111,688 miles, the Focus has averaged approximately 7,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a fifteen-year-old vehicle. However, there is a notable gap in data between the December 2023 test at 95,776 miles and the January 2025 failure, during which the vehicle covered nearly 16,000 miles in just over thirteen months. This rapid acceleration of mileage in the later years explains the accelerated wear on the tyres and the state of the brake discs and pads noted in the most recent report. A buyer must scrutinise the steering system and suspension, as the 2023 record already flagged play in the steering rack inner joints on both sides. These issues, if not addressed, lead to unpredictable handling and uneven tyre wear. The 2025 failure regarding pitted front brake discs and thin pads indicates that the braking system is overdue for a comprehensive overhaul. Furthermore, the inoperative engine management light (MIL) is a major red flag, as it masks potential underlying engine faults or sensor failures that could result in expensive repairs once diagnosed.