2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · KN61 FVH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglecting specific mechanical components. While the most recent test on 12 June 2025 at 130,669 miles resulted in a pass, it followed an immediate failure for a nearside stop lamp and a deteriorated drive shaft boot. The offside inner drive shaft joint CV boot has appeared as an advisory in three consecutive annual tests between 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating that the owner consistently ignored this fault until it forced a test failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 130,669 miles, the Focus has averaged approximately 8,700 miles per year, which aligns perfectly with typical usage patterns for a fifteen-year-old vehicle. The mileage accumulation is consistent each year, with roughly 9,000 miles recorded between June 2023 and 2024, and another 9,400 miles between June 2024 and 2025. This regular use suggests the car has not sat idle for long periods, which is generally positive for seals and gaskets, though the high mileage places significant wear on the suspension and drivetrain components. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the offside front drive assembly, as the prolonged deterioration of the CV boot likely allowed grit to enter the joint, potentially leading to premature gearbox joint failure. The history also shows recurring tyre wear issues in 2023 and 2024, which suggests underlying alignment problems or worn suspension bushes and arms that have not been properly addressed. The inspector should also check the structural integrity of the chassis for corrosion and verify the condition of the braking system, as the record does not provide specific data on these critical areas beyond the minor failures noted.