2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FD11 ABK

The most recent MOT test on 2025-10-23 confirms the vehicle passed without defects at 141,737 miles, maintaining a consistent pattern of clean results over the past two years. The only anomalies in this record are two consecutive failures in October 2023 and 2024, both at the same mileage (130,778 and 138,154 miles respectively), though no specific faults were documented. This suggests either a temporary administrative oversight or a minor, recurring issue that was resolved before the subsequent retest. The absence of advisories or repeated failures on the same component in recent tests indicates no obvious mechanical trend of deterioration, though the lack of detailed fault codes leaves some ambiguity. The recorded mileage of 141,737 miles over 15 years equates to approximately 9,449 miles annually, a rate that aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps or abrupt spikes in mileage between tests, though the October 2023 and 2024 failures at identical mileage intervals—spaced just 12 months apart—raise curiosity about whether the vehicle was stationary during that period. The most recent test, just under nine months ago, remains well within the 12-month MOT validity window, ensuring current compliance with UK roadworthiness standards. Given the lack of documented faults in recent tests, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components that often fail without obvious warning signs. The suspension system—particularly rear suspension bushes and coil springs—should be checked for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points in vehicles of this age and mileage. Brake discs and calipers, especially rear, warrant close examination for uneven wear or binding, given the unexplained failures in 2023 and 2024. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust system, must also be assessed, as rust can compromise safety-critical elements without immediate MOT detection. Tyres, despite no recorded failures, should be inspected for uneven tread wear or embedded debris, which could indicate alignment or suspension issues. Finally, the exhaust system’s integrity should be verified, as catalytic converter failure or leaks are frequent late-model concerns.