2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · WL11 PHX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 77,477 miles, this followed just nine days after a significant failure. That failure revealed multiple electrical issues, including a blown main beam, position lamp, and indicator, alongside a dangerous nearside front tyre with exposed cords. The trend suggests the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 77,477 miles, this 15-year-old Focus has covered low mileage, averaging approximately 5,165 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. The record confirms this with recurring advisories for tyre perishing and cracking appearing in both 2024 and 2025. The vehicle sat for long periods between the 2023 test in August and the 2024 test in November, which explains the dry rot observed on the sidewalls despite the low overall mileage. A buyer must closely inspect the condition of all tyres, as the recurring failures for cracking in 2024 and 2025 suggest the rubber is reaching its age limit regardless of tread depth. The 2022 record noted thin brake pads and pitted discs, which should be verified for current thickness to ensure they were actually replaced then. Given the electrical failures in late 2025, a thorough test of all exterior bulbs and wiring looms is necessary to ensure no intermittent faults exist beyond the bulbs replaced for the test.