2015 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · CH15 MOL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 63,068 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern where faults are addressed only upon triggering a failure or becoming an advisory. While the car failed in March 2025 due to a faulty offside track rod end and thin front brake pads, the subsequent pass a month later indicates these specific mechanical issues were rectified. The vehicle appears to be stable currently. The mileage profile is consistently low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between February 2023 and March 2024, where the car covered only 3,497 miles in thirteen months. This low-frequency use explains the recurring issues with tyre perishing and cracking noted in 2022 and 2024, as rubber components degrade due to age and exposure rather than mileage. Such low-mile operation often leads to seized components and aged tyre rubber regardless of remaining tread depth. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension components, as the track rod end previously suffered from excessive play. The history also shows multiple instances of thin brake pads across 2021 and 2025, suggesting a check of the calipers for uneven wear or dry seals is necessary. The exhaust flexi pipe was a recurring failure point between 2019 and 2021; a physical inspection should ensure the current system is truly free of leaks. Given the history of perishing tyres, the current sidewalls should be checked for deep cracks that indicate the rubber has reached the end of its structural life despite sufficient tread.