2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · EO17 AEL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 16 June 2025 at 46,792 miles, confirming it remains roadworthy despite minor advisories such as a cracked offside rear tyre, a deteriorated rear registration plate and a windscreen that does not impede the driver’s view. The maintenance trend appears stable to slightly improving, as earlier failures involved severe tyre damage and an oil leak that have not recurred, and recent tests record only non‑critical defects. Mileage has risen from 18,218 miles in December 2020 to 46,792 miles in June 2025, averaging roughly 5,200 miles per year, which is modest for a 2017 model. Notable gaps include a two‑year interval between the 2020 and 2022 tests with only 2,476 miles added, followed by a sharp increase of 7,040 miles in the subsequent year and a cumulative rise of about 8,150 miles between 2024 and 2025, suggesting periods of heavier use or extended idle time that should be verified. A buyer should inspect suspension bushes, coil springs and wheel alignment, given the recurring inner‑edge tyre wear and repeated cracking on rear tyres. The documented thin front brake pads and oil leak recorded in 2020 require examination of brake discs, caliper operation and the source of the seepage. Although no structural rust was noted, a physical check of the chassis, wheel arches and suspension mounting points is advisable to confirm long‑term structural integrity.