2006 Ford Focus C-MAX 1.6L Diesel · OY06 AHO

The vehicle holds no current MOT certificate; the last test on 20 August 2024 at 143,104 miles passed only after a same-day retest corrected headlamp aim. The maintenance trend is worsening. Structural corrosion at the rear subframe and integral body mountings has been recorded continuously since 2019 and now affects both rear suspension mounting points, while an oil leak and worn, pitted front brake discs appeared as new advisories in 2024. A turbo smoke emissions failure in September 2023 at 136,918 miles, reading 3.96 against a 3.00 limit, indicates engine or fuelling deterioration that was not re-tested in the subsequent pass. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 6,500 to 7,500 miles per year, moving from 96,218 miles in September 2017 to 143,104 miles in August 2024 without unexplained gaps. The two-year lay-up since the last test adds uncertainty, but the historical pattern suggests regular use rather than long-term storage. No mileage discrepancies appear in the DVSA record. A buyer must inspect the rear subframe and chassis legs closely for perforation; the tester has repeatedly noted corrosion "not significantly reduced" rigidity, yet the progression to both integral body structure mountings raises the risk of structural failure under load. Front brake discs and pads require measurement, and the persistent oil leak needs source identification. The emissions failure warrants a diesel smoke test and turbo health check. Tyre wear on inner shoulders across multiple tests points to possible rear axle geometry issues or worn suspension bushes, compounding the corrosion risk at the mounting points.