2016 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · WO16 BEU

The 2026‑01‑24 MOT at 77,554 miles confirmed roadworthiness, with the only recorded defects being near‑ and off‑side front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. The pattern of recurring tyre wear since 2021, combined with a brake pad advisory in 2021 and a rear tyre perishing note in 2023, shows a consistent focus on consumable items rather than major mechanical failures, indicating a relatively stable maintenance record. Mileage has risen from 29,634 miles in July 2019 to 77,554 miles in January 2026, averaging about 7,750 miles per year, which aligns with the typical usage for a ten‑year‑old Ford Focus. The jump from 37,201 miles in July 2020 to 44,556 miles in July 2021 represents an increase of 7,355 miles in one year, and the subsequent rise to 53,735 miles by July 2022 adds another 9,179 miles, suggesting periods of more intensive use. The interval from 70,986 miles in July 2024 to 75,038 miles in January 2025 adds 4,052 miles in eight months, indicating continued regular driving. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of wear or binding, verify wheel alignment to address the repeated edge wear on the front tyres, and examine the brake system for pad thickness, disc condition and any binding calipers. Check for corrosion on the chassis, especially around the rear wheel arches where the 2023 perishing tyre note was recorded, and assess the exhaust system for leaks or excessive emissions. Confirm that the structural advisories noted in earlier tests, such as the near‑side and off‑side rear tyre shape issues in 2019, have been remedied. Overall, the vehicle meets the minimum roadworthiness criteria, but the recurring tyre wear and earlier brake pad advisory point to potential neglect of suspension alignment and brake maintenance, making a thorough in‑person inspection essential before purchase.