2006 FORD FOCUS1.6L Petrol

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with the maintenance trend showing a clear shift toward mechanical degradation in recent years. While the most recent test in October 2022 at 106,342 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just two weeks prior that highlighted out a serious fluid leak from the offside front shock absorber and multiple tyre safety defects. Given that the last recorded MOT was conducted nearly four years ago, the vehicle's current safety status is unverified and likely reflects significant neglect due to the extended period without testing. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant surge in usage between 2021 and 2022, where the car covered nearly 9,500 miles in a single year after years of much lower activity. This low-annual mileage suggests the vehicle may have spent long periods stationary, which often accelerates the aging of rubber components, such as the perishing tyres and exposed cords noted in the 2022 records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension assembly. The record consistently flagged worn suspension arm bushes starting in 2020 and persisting through 2021, indicating a chronic failure to address bushing wear. The 2022 failure for a serious shock absorber leak suggests that the damping system is nearing the end of its functional life. Furthermore, the presence of a corroded rear coil spring in late 2022 indicates that structural corrosion is affecting the underbody, which requires close monitoring for structural integrity if the vehicle remains in service.