2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · AE65 YHS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding mechanical components. While it passed the most recent test in December 2025 at 125,847 miles, the significant failure just two weeks prior at 125,720 miles indicates a period of reactive maintenance. The tester previously flagged multiple critical issues including steering rack inner joints, axle swivel bushes, and a worn offside front suspension arm bush, suggesting that the undercarriage components are reaching the end of their effective service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's eleven-year age, averaging approximately 11,400 miles per year. Between the November 2022 test at 89,942 miles and the December 2025 test at 125,847 miles, the car covered roughly 36,000 miles. This steady usage suggests regular road use, yet the recurring issues with under-inflated tyres and distorted rims across multiple years point to neglected basic vehicle care, which often leads to premature wear on the drivetrain and suspension. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and suspension assembly, as the record shows persistent faults with the steering rack joints and axle bushes. The offside front tyre has a history of sidewall damage due to low pressure, which necessitates a close check for structural sidewall failure. Additionally, the oil leak noted in the November 2025 failure should be monitored to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak. Given the history of thin brake pads and worn discs, the current state of the entire braking system requires immediate verification to avoid unforeseen costs.