2002 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · BK02 APV

The vehicle shows a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its last MOT in October 2023 at 148,324 miles, this followed a failure just one month prior at 148,194 miles where testers identified a damaged offside rear anti-roll bar linkage and a persistent issue with the rear brake pipe. A significant concern is the recurring corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe, which has been flagged in almost every test since September 2018. This suggests that while the component is repaired to pass inspection, the underlying structural degradation or lack of protection remains unaddressed. At 148,324 miles over 24 years, the car averages approximately 6,180 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity usage. However, the mechanical history reveals frequent wear on suspension and consumables. In 2020 at 127,637 miles, the vehicle failed due to a fractured offside rear coil spring, worn front suspension arm ball joints, and a failing nearside rear wheel bearing. The presence of multiple suspension failures across different years indicates that the age of the vehicle is taking a toll on rubber and metal components that are only replaced once they fail. Structural integrity is a primary area for concern. The dember 2018 failure at 112,776 miles highlighted excessive corrosion on the rear suspension component mounting area, significantly reducing the strength of the sill. Additionally, seat belt anchorages showed signs of corrosion in 2017. While these were not considered excessive at that time, the presence of rust in critical structural areas on an older Focus progresses. A buyer must thoroughly inspect the sills and mounting points for advanced rot to ensure the decay has not worsened beyond the levels recorded in previous tests.