2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · FN11 OGE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its latest test on 31 July 2025 at 83,389 miles, it had failed that same day due to a broken offside rear anti-roll bar linkage. The record shows a recurring pattern where suspension components and tyres are only addressed once they trigger an MOT failure, suggesting the owner performs the minimum work required to maintain legal status rather than following preventative maintenance. At 83,389 miles, this 15-year-old Focus has significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear from distance. Between August 2023 at 67,369 miles and July 2025 at 83,389 miles, the car covered roughly 16,000 miles. This consistent low-mileage pattern explains the age-related corrosion and perished rubber failures seen throughout the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear subframe, as corrosion has been flagged in both 2024 and 2025 tests. Although the tester noted it was not yet seriously weakened, structural rust on these models is a progressive condition that requires close monitoring. The history also highlights persistent issues with suspension arm bushes and shock absorbers. The buyer should check for further fluid leaks from the shocks and play in the bushes, as previous failures indicated significant wear in these areas. The frequent tyre failures related to inner shoulder wear and exposed cords in 2023 and 2025 indicate potential alignment issues or neglect of basic consumable checks. Given the 2025 report of cracking and perishing rear tyres, the current set should be inspected for age-related dry rot despite remaining depth, as low-mileage vehicles often sit until rubber dries out.