2021 Ford Focus ST-Line Edition Mhev 1.0L Petrol · BN70 LDL

The vehicle’s most recent MOT history, conducted just five months ago on 2025-12-22, shows a clean pass with no defects recorded—though the record incorrectly lists both a pass and a fail on the same date, which suggests either an administrative error or a rare duplicate entry. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical failures or advisories in the past two years, indicating a stable roadworthiness trend. The absence of major advisories on suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers suggests these components have not been flagged for imminent failure, though visual inspection remains critical. The lack of corrosion advisories on structural panels or subframes is also reassuring, though this does not preclude hidden rust in wheel arches or sills. The mileage progression of 47,287 miles today, with tests at 30,360 miles (2024-02-14), 40,419 miles (2024-12-31), and a repeat test at 47,287 miles (2025-12-22), shows consistent annual mileage accumulation of around 9,500 miles—well within typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no prolonged gaps suggesting neglect, nor rapid spikes that would indicate aggressive driving or deferred maintenance. The most notable anomaly is the duplicate MOT entry on the same date in December 2025, which may warrant clarification from the previous owner regarding its cause. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus of an in-person inspection should centre on high-wear components that are not routinely tested under MOT regulations. The brakes, while not explicitly failed, should be checked for uneven wear, glazed pads, or warped discs—especially if the vehicle has experienced sudden braking loads. The suspension should be assessed for worn or cracked bushes, particularly at the rear, where binding calipers or stiff movement could indicate deferred servicing. Tyre condition is another critical area; failing twice on tread depth (if applicable in prior tests) suggests basic upkeep may have been overlooked, so depth and lateral wear patterns should be scrutinised. Finally, a thorough inspection of wheel arches, sills, and underbody for corrosion is essential, as MOT records do not always capture early-stage rust progression in hidden areas.