2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FP61 RNN

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. In the most recent test in February 2025 at 133,695 miles, the tester identified a defective front gearbox mounting and a severely deteriorated offside front CV boot. While the vehicle passed, the recurrence of mechanical and wear-related faults across several years suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or significant degradation. At 133,695 miles over 15 years, the car averages approximately 8,900 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The records show consistent annual mileage, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between January 2022 and January 2023, and another 10,600 miles between January 2023 and February 2025. This steady usage suggests the vehicle is not sat stationary, though the cumulative mileage contributes to the gradual degradation of rubber components and suspension bushings. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and drivetrain, as these areas show a history of persistent issues. The 2023 failure highlighted excessive wear in the trailing arm bushes and nearside ball joints, while the 2025 test flagged a failing gearbox mounting. Furthermore, the repeated deterioration of the offside front CV boot indicates a potential issue with the drive shaft assembly that the buyer should check for grease leaks or clicking during acceleration. The steering rack inner joint play noted in 2022 also warrants verification that it has not worsened. The braking system also requires scrutiny due to recurring reports of thin pads and pitted rear discs noted between 2022 and 2023. Frequent mentions of low brake fluid levels across multiple tests may indicate either a slow leak or a failure to perform standard fluid changes. Given the history of under-inflated tyres and exposed cords, the buyer should verify the current tread depth and pressure of all four tyres to ensure basic safety maintenance has not been neglected by recent owners.