2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · BF09 JWW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive preventative care. The most recent test in December 2023 at 143,279 miles identified a split offside front trailing arm bush and a perishing offside front tyre. While the car passed with these advisories, the presence of suspension wear and tyre degradation suggests that rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life due to age and environmental exposure. At a recorded mileage of 143,279 miles over 17 years, the Focus has averaged approximately 8,400 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a significant gap in data between October 2020 and September 2021, where the car covered nearly 15,000 miles in just eleven months. However, usage has slowed considerably recently, with only 2,000 miles recorded between the 2022 and 2023 tests, potentially contributing to the deterioration of rubber parts. A buyer should specifically inspect the engine bay for the persistence of the oil leak, which was flagged in 2020 and 2021. Although the tester noted it was not excessive, the recurring nature of this fault suggests a gasket or seal failure that requires monitoring. The suspension requires a thorough check, as the history of worn anti-roll bar ball joints in 2021 and the split trailing arm bush in 2023 indicates that the front end geometry is likely prone to further play. Finally, verify the condition of the braking system, as thin pads were noted in 2020. Given the age of the vehicle and the low recent mileage, a physical inspection must also look for structural corrosion on the sills and chassis points, which are common failure areas for this generation of Focus but not detailed in the provided MOT history.