2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · AF15 VEH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of escalating corrosion and suspension wear. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 65,587 miles passed, it introduced a new advisory for corrosion on the front sub-frame. This follows a pattern of recurring issues where minor brake pipe and hose corrosion has remained flagged since 2024, suggesting that while immediate failures are rectified to pass, the underlying degradation of the metal components is not being proactively addressed. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 65,587 miles is significantly low, averaging only under 6,000 miles per year. This low usage profile explains the rapid degradation seen in rubber components and metalwork. Between the March 2024 test at 51,350 miles and the March 2025 test at 62,838 miles, the car covered over 11,000 miles, yet the stationary nature often leads to the drying of rubber bushings and the oxidation of brake lines, despite the low mechanical mileage. A buyer must prioritise a close inspection of the front sub-frame to determine the depth of the corrosion noted in April 2026. The front lower suspension arm rear bushes have been flagged as worn since at least 2024 with no record of replacement, indicating they are likely nearing total failure. Furthermore, the history of broken brake cables and corroded pipes suggests the braking hydraulic system is prone to environmental damage. The recent advisory regarding inner edge tyre wear on both front tyres also indicates a likely alignment issue or worn shocks, which correlates with the previously worn suspension bushings.