2017 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · KK17 AAJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift towards recurring wear-related issues. The most recent inspection in July 2025 passed but highlighted an advisory for the offside front inner tyre being worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. While the car passed without defects in 2024, the resurgence of tyre-related faults suggests the vehicle is entering a period where consumable components require more frequent attention. At 73,249 miles, the car has averaged approximately 8,100 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle. The' accumulation is steady, with a gap of roughly 6,500 miles recorded between 2024 and 2025, and another 8,500 miles in the preceding year. This consistent pattern indicates a lack of extreme mileage spikes, though the age correlates with natural degradation of rubber and fluid components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and alignment, as the 2023 test noted oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. Given the repeated reports of inner tyre wear and edge thinning in 2022 and 2025, a professional alignment check is necessary to ensure the geometry is not causing premature tyre failure. Additionally, the braking system should be verified for pad thickness, following the history of flagged low pads back to 2021. The physical condition of all four tyres should be checked for the sidewall cuts previously noted to ensure they have not developed into structural weaknesses.