2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · AE13 HUG

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 139,083 miles resulted in an initial failure due to an offside front tyre with insufficient tread depth and an oil leak. While it passed the subsequent retest, the persistence of the oil leak, which first appeared in the 2022 record, indicates a chronic issue that the owner has declined to rectify beyond meeting minimum legal requirements. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per year. Between November 2022 at 113,358 miles and November 2025 at 139,083 miles, the car covered 25,725 miles, representing a steady usage pattern of roughly 8,500 miles annually during that period. This consistent interval suggests the vehicle is subjected to regular road use, which explains the gradual wear observed on rubber and metal components noted throughout the history. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension, as the tester previously flagged a worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush in 2023. The recurring history of tyres reaching the legal limit or perishing across 2022, 2023, and 2025 suggests the owner only replaces consumables when an MOT failure is imminent. Additionally, the persistent oil leak noted since 2022 warrants a close inspection of the engine block and seals to determine if it is a minor gasket weep or a more significant failure that could lead to engine strain over time.