FORD FOCUS2010 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, showing signs of age-related degradation. The most recent test on August 30, 2025, at 65,551 miles, identified slight deterioration and corrosion to the ferrule on all brake hoses. This represents a recurrence of an issue noted in September 2021 at 47,317 miles, where both rear brake hoses showed similar wear. Despite these advisories, the vehicle has passed its last four inspections without major defects, indicating consistent basic mechanical upkeep. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. Between September 2021 and August 2025, the car covered only 18,234 miles, moving from 47,317 to 65,551 recorded miles. This low usage suggests the car may have sat stationary for extended periods, which often leads to the specific perishation of rubber components and surface corrosion on metal fittings, matching the symptoms found in the brake system records. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, given the recurring Advisories regarding brake hose condition. The corrosion at the ferrule can eventually lead to swelling or cracking of the rubber, potentially causing fluid leaks if ignored. Because of the low mileage, it is also vital to check for dry rot in tyres, perished suspension bushes, and seized enough own, as these components degrade through age and lack of use rather than through mileage-driven wear.