2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · BN15 LDV

The most recent MOT on 2025-07-09 showed the vehicle passed with 107,831 miles, but a failure on 2025-07-08 just one day earlier revealed two issues: an ABS fault (1.6 (b)) and a non-functioning nearside rear inner position lamp (4.2.1 (a) (i)). This suggests potential electrical or sensor problems, with the ABS warning lamp indicating a critical safety risk. The failure occurred at the same mileage as the subsequent pass, raising questions about testing consistency or unresolved issues. Previous MOTs show a pattern of recurring lighting defects. The 2024-07-26 failure listed non-working front position lamps (4.2.1 (a) (ii)), and the 2023-08-01 test noted thin front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) and a nearside rear tyre with a nail. While the 2024 and 2023 MOTs had lower mileage (99,653 and 90,304 miles), the 2025 failures at 107,831 miles suggest no significant improvement in reliability. The ABS fault and repeated lighting issues point to possible wiring, bulb, or sensor degradation, which could worsen over time. The vehicle’s mileage of 107,831 miles at 11 years old aligns with average annual usage (around 9,803 miles). This does not strongly indicate heavy wear or under-use, but the recurring electrical and brake-related defects may signal underlying maintenance neglect. The 2025 failure highlights a safety-critical ABS issue, which requires immediate attention, while the lighting problems could stem from minor faults or systemic electrical wear.