2001 FORD FOCUS1.6L PETROL

The 2001 Ford Focus has a mixed MOT history, with significant issues recorded in its most recent test on 2020-02-08. This entry shows both a passed and failed result for the same date, which may indicate separate tests or an error in documentation. The failed test highlights critical safety concerns: service brake efficiency below requirements, rear brakes imbalanced across an axle, and a parking brake lever with excessive movement. These issues suggest potential brake system degradation, which is a major safety risk. Recurring mechanical patterns include brake-related defects (e.g., imbalanced rear brakes, corroded brake pipes) and suspension wear (e.g., ball joint play, anti-roll bar bush deterioration). The clutch was noted as worn in 2020, and tyre tread was at the legal limit (3mm). These issues align with the vehicle’s age and mileage but raise concerns about long-term reliability. No major defects were recorded in 2019 or 2017, but the 2020 failures indicate a worsening trend in critical systems. The vehicle’s mileage of 154,174 miles is roughly 6,167 per year, which is typical for a 25-year-old car. This suggests average usage rather than heavy wear or prolonged inactivity.