2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FN61 WLX

The 2011 Ford Focus currently holds a stable roadworthiness status, passing its most recent MOT on 2025-10-25 at 138,396 miles with zero defects recorded. This indicates the vehicle meets the minimum legal standards for structural integrity, braking, and emissions right now. However, the record exhibits an unusual pattern. On both 2023-10-25 and 2025-10-25, the vehicle failed its test with no defects recorded, only to pass on the exact same day at the identical mileage with no defects noted. While the outcome is ultimately a clean pass, these administrative anomalies suggest either a data entry error or a testing station procedural issue rather than a recurring mechanical fault. The mileage accumulation aligns perfectly with the vehicle's age, reflecting typical usage rather than prolonged standing or excessive wear. Between 2023-10-25 at 129,216 miles and 2024-10-29 at 134,115 miles, the Focus covered 4,899 miles over roughly twelve months. The following year, from 2024-10-29 to 2025-10-25, it accumulated 4,281 miles. This steady, low-mileage trajectory implies the car has spent its life on shorter, local journeys rather than high-speed motorway runs, a pattern that often accelerates wear on exhaust systems and brake components due to incomplete heat cycles and moisture corrosion. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection, focusing on the common failure points for a 15-year-old Focus of this mileage. Pay close attention to the structural integrity of the underbody, specifically inspecting the sills, rear wheel arches, and subframes for corrosion. Suspension components, including the front lower arm bushes and rear trailing arm bushes, require scrutiny for deterioration, as does the condition of the coil springs for signs of fracture. Brake discs and pads should be measured for wear, and the exhaust system must be checked for corrosion or leaks, particularly given the short-trip mileage pattern. Tyre condition and manufacturing date are also critical, as older rubber degrades regardless of tread depth.