2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · AF14 WFD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test on 31 March 2026, this followed a failure just one day prior due to multiple electrical and mechanical defects. The trend shows the owner addressing immediate safety failures, such as brake pads and lighting, to secure a pass, yet the recurring nature of suspension and corrosion-related issues suggests that components are only replaced when they reach the point of inspection failure. Mileage data indicates a consistent usage pattern for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The car progressed from 99,791 miles in April 2024 to 105,235 miles by March 2025, representing an annual average of approximately 5,400 miles. This is relatively low mileage for a Ford Focus, though the lack of mileage data for the 2026 test makes it impossible to determine if the usage rate has changed in the last twelve months. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear subframe and suspension assembly, as corrosion has been flagged in three consecutive years between 2024 and 2026. The tester specifically noted worn radius arm bushes and corroded subframe components in 2025, which persisted as advisories into early 2026. It is vital to verify the structural integrity of the underbody to ensure the reported corrosion has not progressed beyond surface-level decay. Furthermore, the March 2026 failure on front brake pads and pitted discs indicates that the braking system was neglected until it reached a critical state. The buyer should check the parking brake mechanism for binding, as the offside rear service brake was flagged as failing in 2025, and ensure that the horn and washer system have actually returned to full working order.