2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · MF61 TEU

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on 29 May 2026 at 92,039 miles. While the car maintained a clean record for several years, the most recent result indicates a sharp decline in maintenance standards. The cluster of failures involving a fractured nearside front coil spring, a split nearside inner drive shaft CV boot, and two front tyres reaching the legal limit suggests a lack of preventative mechanical attention prior to the latest inspection. The mileage pattern remains relatively consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between June 2024 at 72,792 miles and May 2025 at 78,537 miles, where the car covered only 5,745 miles in a year. However, the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in the final year leading up to the recent failure. This sudden increase in mileage likely accelerated the wear on the rubber components and suspension parts identified in the latest test report. A buyer must inspect the entire front suspension for further damage, as a fractured coil spring often indicates the fatigue of other components on the same corner. The split CV boot requires immediate replacement to prevent grease loss and contamination of the drive shaft, which will lead to costly mechanical failure if ignored. The headlamp aim also requires adjustment to meet legal illumination standards. Given the history of worn tyres in both 2025 and 2026, a thorough check of the remaining tread depth and alignment is necessary to ensure the vehicle is not causing uneven tyre wear.