2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · CF55 XYE

The 1.6-litre petrol Focus typically returns around 35-40 mpg in mixed driving, though a higher-mileage example like this one may deliver less if mechanically tired. Road tax for a petrol Focus of this age falls into a low band, but insurance grouping (group 6-7 typically) and the parts costs for a 20-year-old car need consideration. Replacement tyres, brakes, and corrosion-related welding will dominate any maintenance budget over the next 12 months.

Estimated annual running cost for this vehicle is £1,400-£1,900, accounting for higher-than-average maintenance likely given its age and recorded MOT history. Fuel alone for 6,800 miles at current prices would be approximately £1,200-£1,400, with tax and insurance modest but maintenance unpredictable. Buyers should hold back at least £1,000 for immediate remedial work identified at inspection.

Begin with a structural inspection on a ramp, focusing on inner sills, jacking points, and rear suspension mounting areas — the inner sill corrosion was severe enough to fail the 2026 MOT. Inspect the front suspension arms and bushes, as the offside front arm pin/bush failed in January 2024. Examine all four tyres closely for cracking and perishing; every recent MOT has flagged tyre deterioration, suggesting the car may be standing unused for long periods or that cheap tyres have been fitted previously.

Check the rear fog lamp operation and lens integrity — the lens was broken and the lamp emitting white light at the January 2026 fail. Examine the underside generally for the corrosion advisories noted in both 2025 and 2026, and look for fresh underseal or welding that might indicate recent repair work. Test all electrical functions including lights and dashboard warning lamps. Finally, confirm the mileage is consistent with the annual average for a 2006 Focus — the recorded figure of 128,254 miles over approximately 20 years equates to roughly 6,400 miles per year, broadly in line with the model's average annual mileage of 6,822 miles, though verify any gaps in MOT history that might suggest a clock change.