2014 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · EN14 AAJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT pass on 7 October 2025 at 99,772 miles, which recorded no defects. While the car has a history of intermittent failures, the maintenance trend appears to be improving, as the latest inspection shows a clean sheet. This follows a period of more frequent issues between 2020 and 2024, where the vehicle required attention for lighting, tyres, and braking components. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 46,381 miles in March 2018 to nearly 100,000 miles by late 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline that suggest long periods of inactivity, which typically helps prevent issues like seized calipers or perished rubber seals. The gradual increase in mileage suggests a regular driving pattern rather than sporadic or heavy commercial use. A prospective buyer should focus on the recurring tyre wear issues and braking components. The October 2024 test at 96,728 miles flagged both front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit and noted front brake pads measuring less than 1.5 mm thick. The repeated mentions of inner edge tyre wear, specifically in June 2023 and June 2021, suggest potential underlying issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. Checking the condition of the suspension bushes and tracking would be a prudent step. The history also shows a coolant leak in June 2023 at 93,709 miles. Although the vehicle passed subsequent tests, a physical inspection of the cooling system, including hoses and the water pump, is necessary to ensure the leak was fully rectified and not a symptom of a larger cooling system failure. Finally, while the headlamp aim issues noted in 2020 and 2023 appear resolved, verifying the integrity of the headlight mounting brackets and electrical connections remains advisable.