2011 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · YB60 FLF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension-related wear components. The most recent test in October 2025 at 94,534 miles identified four separate advisories, including worn front suspension arm bushes and a broken exhaust support bracket. While the car passed, the accumulation of these mechanical advisories across the last three years suggests that components under stress are reaching the end of their functional life and are not being proactively replaced by the owner. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. Between October 2022 at 73,628 miles and October 2025 at 94,534 miles, the car covered roughly 21,000 miles. This steady progression indicates regular use rather than long periods ofກັບ. However, the low annual mileage does not prevent the degradation of rubber components like bushes and tyres, which is evident from the recurring issues noted in the record. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension, as the nearside and offside arm bushes have been flagged as worn in both 2023 and 2025. This repeated failure to address these parts indicates they will soon lead to handling instability or premature tyre wear not replaced. The distorted nearside rear road wheel noted in 2025 should also be checked for vibrations or uneven tyre wear at motorway speeds. Additionally, the broken exhaust support bracket requires immediate mechanical attention to prevent the exhaust system from vibrating or causing damage to the chassis over time.