2004 FORD FOCUS1.6L Petrol

The vehicle holds a current MOT, having passed the October 2025 test at 181,296 miles, yet the test recorded several advisories: an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i)), a defective front exhaust mounting (6.1.2 (a)), corroded rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c)), and slight play in the nearside front track‑rod end ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i)). The pattern of defects shows a clear worsening trend from the clean records of 2015‑2018 to the cumulative corrosion, suspension wear and consumable wear evident after 2020. At 22 years old the car carries 181,296 miles, averaging roughly 8,200 miles per year, which is typical for its age group. MOT entries are spaced annually, with the most recent test only ten months before the present date, confirming the record is current. The mileage accumulation has been steady, with no large gaps; the jump from 169,410 miles in February 2024 to 175,593 miles in February 2025 indicates normal annual usage rather than prolonged storage. A buyer should inspect the oil system for active leaks, verify the front exhaust mounting for secure fitment, and examine both rear brake pipes for corrosion and improper grease ingress. The front track‑rod end should be checked for excess play, while suspension components—including front and rear arm pins, bushes, and the sub‑frame—need close scrutiny for wear and rust. Brake pads, discs and the rear fog‑lamp circuit should be tested, as should tyre condition; many tyres are dated 2011 and show edge wear, indicating replacement may be required.