2010 FORD FOCUS CC-3 D2.0L Diesel

The vehicle’s MOT history presents a clean and stable record, with no advisories or failures across the four most recent tests, including the latest in November 2025 at 131,865 miles. This consistency suggests the car has been maintained to a high standard, with no recurring issues or signs of neglect. The absence of defects in every test—even during the 2022 test at 55,481 miles, when many vehicles begin showing early wear—indicates thorough upkeep or potentially professional servicing. However, the lack of advisories does not preclude the need for a pre-purchase inspection, as some wear items (such as tyres, brakes, and suspension components) are not always caught in MOT tests unless they reach critical thresholds. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,242 miles per year aligns closely with the average for a 16-year-old vehicle, suggesting neither excessive use nor prolonged inactivity. The gaps between tests are standard, with the longest interval between the August 2022 test (55,481 miles) and the October 2023 test (66,919 miles) covering just over a year—well within DVSA guidelines. There are no red flags in the mileage progression, though the jump from 93,728 miles in November 2024 to 131,865 miles in November 2025 implies the vehicle has been driven consistently in the past year, which may accelerate wear on components like brake pads, clutch, and suspension bushes. Given the flawless MOT record, a buyer should still prioritise a pre-purchase inspection, particularly focusing on suspension integrity—checking for worn bushes, damaged coil springs, or uneven tyre wear that could indicate alignment issues. While the MOT did not flag binding brakes, a closer look at brake disc condition (for warping or excessive wear) and pad thickness is prudent, especially if the vehicle has been driven heavily in the past year. Structural corrosion should also be examined, as the MOT does not always detect early rust in wheel arches, sills, or subframes. Finally, verify the service history for evidence of regular fluid changes, as oil, coolant, and brake fluid degradation are not MOT-tested unless they fail catastrophically. The car’s history reflects responsible ownership, but no MOT record is exhaustive. A thorough mechanical check—especially of suspension, brakes, and structural components—will confirm whether the vehicle’s underlying condition matches its pristine test results.