2010 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · CE10 FRX

The 2024‑01‑13 MOT at 101,061 miles resulted in a pass, but the vehicle was issued multiple advisories concerning tyre wear, a noisy near‑side rear wheel bearing and slight play in the near‑side front suspension arm ball joint. Since the 2022‑01‑28 test, which recorded no defects, the pattern shows recurring tyre wear and suspension wear rather than improvement, indicating a stable but not improving maintenance trend. The mileage has risen from 45,917 miles in 2016‑03‑22 to 101,061 miles in 2024‑01‑13, an increase of 55,144 miles over eight years, or roughly 6,893 miles per year, which exceeds the average 6,316 miles per year for a 16‑year‑old Focus. The most recent 12‑month intervals (2023‑01‑27 to 2024‑01‑13) added nearly 5,000 miles, suggesting heightened usage compared with earlier periods when increments were around 4,000–5,000 miles annually. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension system closely, paying particular attention to the near‑side front ball joint play, the condition of the trailing arm pins and bushes, and the rear suspension arm wear noted in earlier tests. The brake system warrants inspection for the binding near‑side front service brake, the state of the front brake discs and pads, and the rear brake binding reported in 2023. Tyre condition must be verified beyond the advisory wear, and the wheel bearing noise should be checked for bearing failure. Any signs of structural rust, especially around the heat shield and chassis rails, should also be assessed. Overall the Focus is roadworthy with documented advisories, but the recurring tyre wear, suspension play and brake binding point to ongoing component fatigue that a prospective buyer should verify in person before committing to purchase.