2016 Ford Focus 2.0L Diesel · BG16 MVL

The January 2026 test at 94,062 miles returned a pass but flagged a nearside front tyre at 1.6 mm with edge wear and rear brake discs worn, pitted and scored. This marks a return to the advisory pattern seen in 2024 after a clean 2025 test, indicating a worsening trend in brake and tyre management rather than a stable maintenance regime. Mileage has accumulated steadily at roughly 9,400 miles per year since the first recorded test in March 2019 at 35,018 miles. The 2020 test at 48,775 miles noted an under-shield preventing full inspection of fuel and brake lines, a limitation that persisted into the 2021 check at 54,328 miles. Annual increments have remained consistent, with no prolonged lay-up periods or suspicious gaps in the record. Tyre edge wear has appeared at every other test since 2021, affecting both front and rear axles, which points to persistent suspension geometry issues or neglected rotation rather than simple tread depth neglect. The 2024 test recorded inner pad wear on all four corners, a classic sign of binding calipers or seized slide pins, and the latest rear disc corrosion confirms the braking system is not releasing cleanly. Undertrays have obscured underbody inspection since 2020, so corrosion on brake pipes, fuel lines and structural members remains unverified. A buyer should prioritise a four-wheel alignment check, strip-down inspection of all calipers for seizure, and thorough assessment of rear disc condition before purchase. The undertrays must be removed to examine brake pipe integrity and chassis corrosion, particularly around the rear suspension mounting points. Budget for imminent tyre replacement and a full brake overhaul including discs, pads and likely caliper refurbishment.