2012 Ford Focus 2.0L Diesel · CE62 DHA

The vehicle appears to be in a stable condition following its most recent MOT on 15 December 2025 at 134,832 miles, where it passed with no defects after a minor failure regarding a non-functional offside front position lamp. This recent pass suggests that immediate mechanical issues have been addressed. However, the history reveals a persistent pattern of minor maintenance neglect, particularly regarding consumables like tyres and lighting, which frequently trigger failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 2012 vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. The records show steady annual progression, such as the jump from 111,465 miles in November 2021 to 117,483 miles in November 2022, and more recently from 128,314 miles in December 2024 to 134,832 miles in December 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing or periods of extended inactivity that would suggest the vehicle has been sitting idle for long durations. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the engine bay and undercarriage due to a long-standing oil leak that has been noted in every MOT since November 2020. While the tester consistently recorded this as not excessive, the longevity of the leak indicates a slow, ongoing seepage that warrants physical inspection to determine if it originates from a gasket or a seal. The 2023 failure also highlighted an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm bush, so the integrity of the front suspension components should be verified. Braking components and tyres also require scrutiny. The December 2024 test flagged pitted or scored brake discs on both the offside front and nearside rear, suggesting that while they met the minimum requirements, they are nearing the end of their service life. Given the recurring issues with tyre tread depth and exposed cords in 2019 and 2023, a thorough check of the current tyre manufacture dates and tread depths is necessary to ensure the previous owner's tendency to run consumables to their limit has been corrected.