2013 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · LN13 AED

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive repairs. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 139,836 miles, it followed a significant failure where multiple critical safety items were identified. The tester flagged a fractured nearside front coil spring and four tyres reaching or exceeding legal wear limits, alongside a failed stop lamp. This suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they caused an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with 13,590 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 15,084 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This increased rate indicates the car is used for regular commuting, but the high annual mileage places significant stress on rubber components and suspension assemblies, which is reflected in the recurring bushing-related advisories noted throughout the test history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and drivetrain. The record shows a persistent issue with worn lower suspension arm bushes and trailing arm bushes that appeared in 2024 and persisted into 2025. Furthermore, the offside front oil leak noted in the 2025 test requires close monitoring to determine if it originates from the gearbox or driveshaft seal, as these can lead to costly repairs if ignored. Structural integrity also warrants attention. The recurring corrosion on the rear anti-roll bar, noted in 2022 and 2024, should be inspected to ensure it has not progressed into a structural weakness. Given the history of worn tyres on inner edges, the buyer should also verify the front alignment has been correctly set, as the uneven wear patterns suggest underlying geometry issues that will continue to consume components prematurely.