2014 FORD FOCUS1.6L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on October 2 2024 at 98,142 miles which resulted in a clean pass with no defects. This indicates that the mechanical and safety components currently meet minimum standards. While a failure occurred in May 2023, the immediate rectification and subsequent pass on the following day suggest the previous owner was proactive in addressing MOT advisories rather than allowing mechanical issues to persist. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,178 miles per year. Between December 2020 and December 2021, the car covered 11,504 miles, showing a period of higher usage, whereas the interval between May 2023 and October 2024 saw an accumulation of 4,997 miles, indicating a drop in annual mileage. This steady accumulation reduces the likelihood of excessive drivetrain wear, though it can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components during longer periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension bushes and coil springs, as these are common points of wear on the Focus at this age and mileage. Despite the clean record from the last two tests, the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches should be checked for corrosion, as the MOT test only identifies significant rust. Testing the braking system for binding calipers or thin disc surfaces is also prudent to ensure the vehicle maintains the standard demonstrated in the October 2024 report.