2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · P5 MMK

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of deteriorating suspension and exhaust components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 84,974 miles passed, it resulted in multiple advisories regarding worn suspension bushes and corroded lower arms. The transition from a failure in late 2023 to a pass in 2025 suggests that immediate faults are being addressed, yet the underlying degradation of the chassis components is accelerating. At 15 years old, the recorded mileage of 84,974 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,665 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the dry rot noted in the record. Between the 2023 test at 73,933 miles and the 2025 test at 84,974 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 11,000 miles. This slow rate of travel explains why rubber components and metal springwork are suffering from age and environmental corrosion rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly and the exhaust system. The tester has consistently flagged corrosion on the lower suspension arms and coil springs since 2024, indicating that structural integrity in these areas is slowly declining. The previous failure due to a perished exhaust flexi and a current minor leak suggests the exhaust system is nearing the end of its life and requires monitoring. Furthermore, the perishing tyres noted in 2025 confirm that the vehicle likely sat for long periods, which can lead to sidewall cracking despite adequate tread depth.