2016 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · AF16 NWM

The vehicle was presented for its most recent MOT on 23 May 2026 and achieved a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. Across the entire eight-test history available, the Focus has passed every examination without a single failure, and only one advisory has ever been raised, which was a nearside front tyre exhibiting slight cracking or perishing in the tread pattern, noted in April 2021. That advisory has not reappeared in any subsequent test, and there is no recurring pattern in any component area such as suspension, braking, lighting, or exhaust. The maintenance trend presented by the DVSA record is therefore consistently stable, with no evidence of deterioration or of the kind of advisory accumulation that might suggest neglected servicing. The recorded mileage of 50,003 miles over a ten-year life equates to an annual average of approximately 5,000 miles, which is notably below the typical usage rate for a vehicle of this age and segment. The MOT history shows continuous annual testing from 2020 onwards with no significant gaps in road use, suggesting it has remained in regular, if light, service rather than being left standing for prolonged periods. However, a buyer should still bear in mind that low annual mileage is not necessarily synonymous with a mechanically perfect car; components can degrade as much from calendar age and environmental exposure as from use, and the relatively modest figure means the cambelt, clutch, and major drivetrain items may well be original and approaching the point where fatigue becomes a concern regardless of wear. Given the clean MOT record and the age-and-mileage context, physical inspection should focus on the items that deteriorate with time rather than use. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds harden and oxidise with age regardless of tread depth; even if the tread appears adequate, a ten-year-old tyre may require replacement on age grounds alone. The brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion and any signs of binding, since light use combined with standing periods can promote rust build-up on disc faces and seized caliper slides, which typically manifests as a shudder under braking or uneven pad wear. The 12V battery is another time-served component likely due for replacement, and a voltage or load test would be prudent before purchase. Fluid condition and service history verification deserve particular attention on a low-mileage vehicle of this age. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and should have been changed at least every two to three years irrespective of mileage, so the buyer should request documentary evidence of this and of the coolant, automatic transmission fluid if applicable, and engine oil servicing intervals. The timing belt on the 1.0 EcoBoost or 1.5 TDCi variants commonly fitted to this model is replacement-critical, typically at 100,000 miles or ten years, meaning this Focus is now at the threshold where failure could occur imminently if the belt has not already been renewed. Finally, during the test drive, listen for suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, check for uneven tyre wear indicating alignment or bush wear, and verify that the clutch biting point is consistent, as hydraulic seals and slave cylinders can deteriorate from infrequent use.