2016 FORD FOCUS2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed the most recent test on 5 June 2026 at 102,426 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. The tester identified faults with the offside front track rod end ball joint, a compromised anti-roll bar linkage dust cover, and an inoperative rear registration lamp. These failures suggest that the owner only addresses mechanical defects when prompted by an MOT failure rather than performing routine enough maintenance. The' pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,200 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between tests, moving from 77,022 miles in June 2024 to 89,738 miles in June 2025, and reaching 102,426 miles by June 2026. This consistent accumulation of roughly 12,000 miles annually suggests the car has been a regular road user, which places expected strain on rubber-bound suspension components, bushes, and braking hardware. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the history shows recurring issues with track rod ends and anti-roll bar linkages across 2025 and 2026. The 2025 failure flagged the anti-roll bar as insecure and impairing directional stability, while the 2026 failure noted a torn dust cover on the same area. These indicators suggest wear in the steering geometry. Furthermore, the 2025 advisory regarding edge wear on the nearside front tyre indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension dampers that should be verified to ensure the tyres are not being depleted consumed.