2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SC60 AEN

This 2011 Ford Focus has maintained a clean MOT history with no recorded defects across all five tests, including the most recent examination on 2025-05-14 at 121,697 miles. The absence of advisories or failures suggests the vehicle has been subject to consistent, if not rigorous, maintenance over its lifetime. The near-annual testing cadence—with no gaps exceeding 15 months—indicates the vehicle has been kept in active use rather than stored, reducing the risk of neglected corrosion or seized components. The single 2023 failure at 110,573 miles, though unusual given the immediate retest passing at 110,578 miles, appears isolated and likely attributable to a minor administrative oversight rather than a recurring mechanical issue. The mileage progression of approximately 8,100 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the 1,124-mile jump between the 2022 and 2023 tests—from 104,576 to 110,578—suggests a period of heavier usage. The subsequent 4,199-mile interval to the 2024 test and 5,319 miles to the 2025 test reflect a return to more moderate mileage accumulation. There is no evidence of prolonged inactivity or rapid degradation, though the lack of pre-MOT servicing records means some wear items—such as brake pads, suspension bushes, or timing belt components—may have reached their service intervals without documented replacement. Given the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components that exceed typical service intervals for this model. The suspension, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, warrants close examination for uneven wear or corrosion, as does the brake system, including caliper binding and disc thickness. The 2023 near-failure suggests verifying the vehicle’s service history for timing belt or water pump replacements, as these are critical components often overlooked in basic MOT checks. Structural integrity, especially around the wheel arches and sills, should be assessed for corrosion, given the vehicle’s age and exposure history. The absence of MOT advisories does not preclude these areas from requiring attention.