2017 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · YM67 ACU

The 2017 Ford Focus is currently roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 2025‑12‑04 recorded a pass with no defects at 40 360 miles. The vehicle’s maintenance history shows a clear improvement after a series of failures in 2021‑2024. Following the December 2023 failure, the car has now passed three consecutive tests without recorded faults, indicating that prior issues with brake pads, the engine management lamp and tyre condition have been addressed. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a nine‑year‑old vehicle. The first MOT in August 2020 recorded 15 968 miles, and the mileage rose to 19 125 miles by December 2021 – a gain of roughly 3 200 miles in sixteen months. Subsequent yearly increases have stabilised around 5 000 miles per year, reaching 40 360 miles by the end of 2025. This low average of about 4 500 miles annually suggests light usage or periods of storage, which generally reduces wear on consumables and drivetrain components. A buyer should inspect the tyres for tread depth, cracking and cuts, particularly at the rear where previous damage was noted. Brake pads should be examined for uneven wear; the December 2023 failure highlighted thin front and rear pads. The TPMS sensor and engine management system require functional checks, as earlier faults indicated a lit warning light and an inoperative MIL. Suspension bushes and shock absorbers merit visual inspection for corrosion or wear, and the exhaust and under‑body panels should be checked for rust, especially around the rear wheel arches where tyre damage may have accelerated corrosion.