2016 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · S17 EDE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest MOT on 22 June 2026 at 72,834 miles, it failed just one mile prior due to significant parking brake inefficiency and multiple worn tyres. The recurring nature of the parking brake issues, which appeared in both July 2025 and 2026, suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by a test rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. Between the July 2024 test at 59,448 miles and the July 2025 test at 66,152 miles, the car covered roughly 6,700 miles, indicating steady use. This low annual mileage generally suggests less strain on the drivetrain components, but the specific failures related to the braking system and exhaust indicate that components may be suffering from age-related corrosion or simply being neglected between inspections. A buyer must personally inspect the parking brake mechanism, as the record shows a history of inoperability and low efficiency that required adjustment to pass recently. The 2024 advisory noted pitted and scored rear brake discs, so the buyer should check the current thickness and surface condition to ensure they are not nearing replacement. Furthermore, the June 2026 failure regarding three tyres being worn on the edges indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires a professional investigation to prevent premature wear on new rubber.