2009 Ford Focus 2.5L Petrol · BAD 190Y

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding tyre and suspension condition. While it passed the most recent test in August 2025 at 24,604 miles, the tester flagged recurring issues that have persisted across the last three annual inspections. The presence of uneven wear on the rear tyres and inner side wall cracking on the nearside front tyre indicates a failure to address underlying alignment or material degradation despite multiple MOT warnings. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 1,447 miles per year. Between June 2021 and June 2022, the car covered just 109 miles, suggesting it sits stationary for long periods or is used infrequently. This low usage pattern often leads to dry rot in rubber components and flat spotting on tyres, which aligns with the cracking observed on the nearside front tyre in 2023, 2024, and 2025. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry to identify the cause of the consistent uneven tyre wear and stepping. The light misting on the nearside shock absorber recorded in 2021 suggests the component was nearing the end of its service life and should now be checked for active leaks or structural failure. Given the age of the vehicle and low mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis and perished rubber bushings is essential, as these components often degrade through age and inactivity rather than mechanical wear.