2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · RE11 EZX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. While the most recent test on 22 December 2025 at 121,984 miles passed, it followed a failure just one mile prior due to a missing rear anti-roll bar linkage and a failed fog lamp. The recurring presence of pitted and scored brake discs across multiple testing years indicates that the owner only addresses braking components when they reach a point of failure rather than performing routine preventative replacements. At 121,984 miles over 15 years, the car averages approximately 8,130 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with roughly 3,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 9,600 miles covered in the year leading to the latest test. This consistent mileage suggests the vehicle is used regularly, though the age of the car makes the degradation of rubber components and metalwork a primary concern. A buyer must scrutinise the structural integrity of the front and rear sub-frames, as the January 2025 test specifically flagged corrosion on both. Although the tester noted structural rigidity was not significantly reduced at that time, corrosion on Ford Focus models tends to accelerate rapidly. The suspension also requires close attention, with worn front suspension arm bushes and a corroded offside rear coil spring noted previously. These issues suggest the suspension geometry is reaching the end of its functional life and will likely require significant investment in the near future. The physical inspection should also focus on the braking system and tyre management. The record shows a persistent pattern of worn brake discs and tyres reaching the legal limit, which implies a lack of oversight regarding basic consumable maintenance. Given the previous failure for exposed cords in early 2024, the buyer should verify the current depth and condition of all four tyres and ensure the parking brake lever mechanism has been properly adjusted, as it was flagged as worn in the 2025 record.