2017 Ford Focus 2.0L Diesel · YM17 ZWW

The 2017 Ford Focus presents a stable, broadly improving mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 10 June 2026 at 71,826 miles, where it passed. Maintenance over the past two years shows a clear resolution of earlier lighting and corrosion issues, with only minor tyre wear advisories remaining. This suggests the last owner addressed previous faults promptly rather than ignoring them. The mileage progression is steady and typical for a nine-year-old car, averaging roughly 8,000 miles per year. The vehicle covered 4,387 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, then 1,542 miles in the first half of 2026 before the latest test. No suspicious gaps or sudden spikes appear in the record, indicating regular use rather than long periods of dormancy. The most persistent historical concern involves rear brake back plate corrosion. Testers flagged rusting back plates in January 2024 at 62,539 miles, and again in both the failed and passed tests of January 2025 at 65,926 miles. This recurring advisory points to a known weak point on this model, where thin back plates corrode and trap moisture against the discs. A buyer should physically inspect the rear brake assemblies for any remaining corrosion, check disc condition, and confirm the calipers are not binding. The heat shield noted loose near the fuel tank in January 2026 also warrants a visual check underneath to ensure it is secure and not rattling or contacting the exhaust. The front tyres flagged in June 2026 as worn close to the legal limit on the edges indicate possible tracking misalignment or aggressive driving. A buyer should inspect the inner and outer tread depths across all four tyres and have the wheel alignment verified. Overall, the MOT record reflects a car that has been kept in serviceable condition with faults addressed rather than deferred, but the rear brake corrosion history and current tyre wear deserve hands-on verification before purchase.