2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · NA61 OAE

The vehicle's MOT history shows an improving trend in terms of recorded defects, moving from a dangerous failure in 2022 to a clean pass in the most recent test on 18 May 2024. While the 2024 result shows no defects, the preceding years indicate a pattern of recurring issues with consumables and suspension components. The transition from multiple advisories and failures in 2021, 2022, and 2023 to a defect-free result in 2024 suggests that the previously identified faults were addressed. The recorded mileage of 92,326 miles is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,155 miles per year. The MOT record provides a continuous history from 2018 through to 2024, though there is a notable gap in recorded testing between October 2019 and May 2021. Aside from this period, the data allows for a chronological tracking of wear, showing that the vehicle has been used at a steady, moderate rate rather than experiencing periods of excessive heavy use or long-term stagnation. A prospective buyer should focus an inspection on the braking system and front suspension. The 2023 test at an unspecified mileage flagged thin brake pads on both the nearside and offside front, alongside a pitted and scored offside front inner brake disc. Although the 2024 test was clear, these components are high-wear items. The 2022 failure involving a dangerous anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush, combined with advisories for worn trailing arm bushes on both rear suspension arms, indicates that the suspension geometry and bushings have been a recurring point of concern. Further attention should be paid to lighting and tyre wear. Previous tests in 2021 and 2022 highlighted tyres worn close to the legal limit and issues with lamp assemblies being insecure or non-functional. While the most recent record is clean, the history of minor and major lighting defects suggests checking all external lamps and their mounting security. The 2023 advisory regarding an overfull engine oil level also warrants a check of the current oil level and the presence of any potential leaks or incorrect fluid management. buying_score: 62 risk_level: Medium.