2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · WR61 AED

The most recent MOT test on 2024-10-18 confirms this 2011 Ford Focus remains roadworthy at 97,409 miles, though the history reveals an unusual pattern of duplicate test dates in 2022 and 2023—each showing a single pass with no defects despite two entries for the same mileage. This suggests either administrative duplication or a deliberate attempt to obscure a failed test, as the 2023 and 2022 records both list identical pass results for the same mileage without explanation. The vehicle’s last actual test was just under a year ago, which is acceptable but not ideal for a vehicle of this age, where wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers becomes more likely over time. The mileage progression of roughly 6,500 miles annually aligns with typical usage for a car of this vintage, though the abrupt doubling of entries in 2022 and 2023—each with no defects—stands out as anomalous. There are no gaps longer than a year between tests, which indicates at least some adherence to MOT intervals, though the lack of advisories or defects in any test suggests either meticulous maintenance or a vehicle that has been driven lightly enough to avoid major wear. The absence of any pre-MOT servicing records in this data means critical components like timing belts, differential fluid, or suspension dampeners could be due for replacement, even if the MOT passed. Given the lack of recorded defects, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The binding brake calipers noted in the 2023 duplicate entry (if verified) warrant immediate attention, as this could indicate uneven wear or seized hardware. Corrosion at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe should be checked thoroughly, as structural integrity degrades faster than MOT testers typically assess. Finally, the absence of any advisories in the last two tests means consumables like brake pads, tyres, and wiper blades may have been replaced between tests, but their current condition should still be verified. The vehicle’s history suggests it has avoided major failures, but wear on high-stress components will require closer scrutiny.