2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · CF12 FSS

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a persistent trend of deferred attention toward minor wear components. The most recent test in January 2024 at 44,466 miles identified a new fault with the offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush. This follows a long history of pitted and scored brake discs that have appeared in every recorded test. While the car consistently passes, the recurring issues suggest that components are only addressed upon failure rather than preventative replacement. The recorded mileage of 44,466 miles is exceptionally low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,176 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the significant corrosion noted on the brake discs and the perishing of rubber components in early 2023. Vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from oxidation on metal surfaces and tyre degradation regardless of actual mechanical wear. Between February 2022 and January 2024, the car covered only 5,983 miles, which increases the likelihood of age-related component failure. A buyer must physically inspect the front braking system, as the pitting and scoring on the discs have been a constant issue since at least 2021. The 2024 advisory regarding the offside front lower suspension bush requires a close check to ensure excessive play has not developed, which would affect steering precision. Given the previous reports of cracking and perishing tyres in 2023, the current condition of all rubber should be verified for sidewall rot, as low mileage often masks the structural breakdown of aged rubber..