2010 FORD FOCUS1.6L Petrol

The most recent MOT on 2025‑10‑10 records a pass, yet a concurrent failure on the same day flags unresolved defects. The pass lists a damaged rear reflector, a deteriorated registration plate, worn front suspension arm pins/bushes and inner tyres at the legal limit. The fail adds an incorrect headlamp beam and repeats the same suspension and tyre advisories. The pattern shows a stable condition rather than improvement; the same suspension wear and tyre wear persist across 2024‑2025, while brake‑pad wear noted in 2023 has not reappeared. Overall the vehicle remains roadworthy but carries a catalogue of consumable and suspension issues that have not been fully rectified. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a 2010 model. At 70 081 miles on 2026‑07‑28 the car averages roughly 4 380 miles per year, indicating light use or extended periods of storage. The MOT gaps are consistent: tests were carried out annually between 2016 and 2025, with the last two entries only nine months apart. No sudden mileage spikes appear; the step from 63 030 miles in October 2024 to 70 081 miles in October 2025 represents normal low‑annual usage. A buyer should inspect the front suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive play, check the rear suspension arms for corrosion that could weaken mounting points, and examine brake pads for thin wear. Tyre condition demands close attention: inner‑edge wear, tread depth at the legal limit and any cracking or ply exposure must be verified. The rear reflector and registration plate should be tested for full reflectivity and legibility, while the headlamp aim must be confirmed to meet the projected beam standard. Finally, a visual scan for rust on the rear suspension mounts and any signs of structural corrosion will reveal whether the low‑mileage advantage has preserved the chassis or masked developing deterioration.