2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · BD64 CXM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward mechanical and structural degradation. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 93,739 miles, this followed a failure just days prior due to multiple safety defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to multiple failures involving steering, suspension, and tyres in 2026 suggests that the vehicle has entered a phase where components are requiring reactive repair rather than routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. Between the January 2024 test at 79,475 miles and the January 2025 test at 88,035 miles, the car covered 8,560 miles. The most recent interval saw another 5,704 miles covered in the year leading up to the 2026 test. This steady usage indicates the car is driven regularly, which has likely accelerated the wear of the rubber components and the oxidation of the chassis. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear sub-frame, as the 2026 tester flagged corrosion that, while not yet seriously weakened, is a common failure point on Focus models of over time if left untreated. The recurring report of play in the steering rack inner joints, which appeared in both 2025 and 2026, indicates a persistent issue that has not been addressed and will eventually affect steering precision and cause uneven tyre wear. The front suspension also requires close attention. The failure in January 2026 revealed both front tyres heavily worn on the inner edges, pointing to an alignment issue or worn control arm bushes. Given that the front brake discs were noted in 2023, the buyer should verify the current state of the braking system and the integrity of the offside front lower suspension arm to ensure the vehicle does not require immediate expensive capital expenditure after purchase.