1999 FORD FOCUS1.6L PETROL

The most recent MOT for the 1999 Ford Focus was a failure on 2013-01-17, recorded at 148,368 miles. This test identified multiple safety-critical and non-urgent defects. Key issues included excessive play in front suspension components (anti-roll bar and track rod ends), worn brake discs, and tyre tread below legal limits. The windscreen had damage exceeding 40mm in a non-critical area, and both registration plate lamps were inoperative. These defects suggest neglect or mechanical wear affecting structural integrity and visibility. Earlier MOTs show a pattern of recurring issues. The 2012-01-12 failure highlighted poor tyre maintenance (multiple tread depth violations), damaged rear registration plates, and insecure mirrors. The 2011-01-20 test was clean, but the 2012 and 2013 failures indicate a decline in maintenance standards. Suspension and tyre-related defects reappeared, suggesting ongoing neglect or underlying mechanical stress. However, no major trends in worsening severity are evident, as the 2013 failure included similar issues to earlier tests.