2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · WR61 ADZ

The 2011 Ford Focus has maintained a clean MOT record since its most recent test on 5 December 2022, passing without any defects at 119,541 miles. The absence of advisories or failures in the last three annual tests suggests the vehicle has been kept in a stable mechanical condition, though the near-consecutive failures in late 2020 and early 2021—both at just 105,454 and 105,456 miles—raise questions about whether minor issues were overlooked or resolved promptly. No structural or safety-critical components were flagged in any test, but the repeated failures at nearly identical mileages imply the tester may have identified a recurring, albeit non-serious, condition that was rectified before the subsequent pass. The recorded mileage of 119,541 miles over roughly 15 years reflects an average of around 8,000 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable gap between the 2020 and 2021 tests, where mileage jumped from 105,456 to 116,800 in under a year—suggesting either intensive use or a period of neglect before corrective work. The 2021 failure at 116,799 miles, immediately followed by a pass at 116,800, indicates the vehicle was likely serviced or repaired just before its next test, though the exact nature of the issue remains unspecified. This pattern does not indicate extreme wear but warrants scrutiny of components prone to failure at this mileage, such as suspension bushes or brake calipers. Given the lack of specific fault details in the MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension geometry, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often degrade around this mileage. The repeated failures in late 2020 could hint at binding brakes or worn brake pads, so caliper function and disc thickness should be verified. Corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or the subframe is also a concern for a 15-year-old vehicle, especially if it has seen wet or salty conditions. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound, so visual and functional checks are essential. The most recent pass in December 2022 means the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the next MOT is due soon—any delay in testing could risk further undetected deterioration.