2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · NA61 LEF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 149,446 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding the offside front headlamp. This follows a significant failure in February 2025 where multiple critical safety components were de-certified. While the vehicle has passed subsequent tests since those repairs, the history indicates that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when prompted by an MOT failure. At 149,446 miles, this 15-year-old Focus averages approximately 10,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. The data shows consistent annual travel, with roughly 7,400 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 7,500 miles covered between February 2025 and February 2026. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which is generally beneficial for preventing rubber components and seals from seizing. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The 2025 failure highlighted excessive play in the offside front drag link end ball joint and significant wear across all brake discs and pads. While these were reportedly rectified, the buyer should check for uneven tyre wear which could indicate lingering alignment issues or worn suspension geometry components. The recorded oil leak from 2025 also requires monitoring to ensure it has not progressed into a more costly engine failure as the vehicle remains high mileage thresholds.