2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · GX11 KPT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in February 2024 at 116,709 miles resulted in a pass, the volume of defects indicates a decline in basic upkeep. The presence of a severely deteriorated suspension rod ball joint dust cover alongside two front tyres worn to the legal limit in that same test suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach the point of legal failure or imminent breakdown. At 116,709 miles, the car has averaged approximately 7,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a fifteen-year-old vehicle. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between February 2023 and February 2024. However, the gap between the 2021 and 2022 tests shows a recurring issue with the offside front inner drive shaft CV boot, which indicates that certain rubber components were left to deteriorate over a significant period between those inspections. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically checking the nearside rod ball joint and associated dust covers, as the 2024 advisory confirms these are already failing. The drive shaft CV boots should also be scrutinized for tearing or grease leakage, given the history of repeated failures in that specific area. Considering the low coolant level noted in the February 2024 test, a pressure test is necessary to ensure there are no hidden leaks in the radiator or water pump, as this could lead to engine overheating if ignored.