2020 Ford Focus ST Ecoblue 2.0L Diesel · NIA 1152

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in April 2026 at 45,427 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the car failed the test on that same day due to a damaged nearside front tyre reaching the cords. This failure was clearly rectified immediately, suggesting the owner is responsive to safety-critical defects, though the incident indicates a lack of proactive tyre inspection prior to the annual test. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. Between April 2023 at 19,083 miles and April 2024 at 26,489 miles, the car covered 7,406 miles, followed by a slightly higher interval of 9,195 miles in the following year. This usage profile suggests light commuting, which typically reduces the stress on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mile vehicles. A physical inspection should focus on the braking system and tyre condition, as the April 2024 test at 26,489 miles flagged both front and rear brake pads as wearing thin. While these were likely replaced thereafter, a buyer should verify the remaining pad life and check for uneven disc scoring or sticking calipers. The history of a nail in the nearside rear tyre and the recent cut in the nearside front tyre highlights a need to inspect the remaining sidewalls for further structural damage or inconsistent wear that an MOT tester might miss.