2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · CF13 OPN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 97,921 miles passed with advisories for three tyres worn to the legal limit and a frayed seatbelt. This indicates a recurring failure to address consumable items before they reach a critical point, mirroring the issues seen in 2024 where the car failed initially on multiple fronts before a successful retest. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle used for typical annual commuting, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 10,135 miles between July 2023 and July 2024, followed by another 14,442 miles in the following year. While the total mileage of 97,921 miles is modest for a 13-year-old Focus, the increased rate of use recently has placed higher stress on rubber components and suspension hardware which already showed signs of fatigue. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and seating components. The record notes a fractured offside front coil spring in July 2024 and oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber in 2023; these should be checked for further leaks or structural fatigue. Furthermore, the damaged nearside front seat belt webbing has been flagged in three consecutive years since 2023, suggesting a persistent defect that requires replacement to ensure passenger safety. The recurring uneven wear patterns on multiple tyres also suggest a potential alignment issue that needs professional rectification to prevent premature wear of new rubber.