2013 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · CK63 VPT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 98,109 miles, this followed a failure just ten days prior at 98,063 miles. That failure flagged multiple critical mechanical and safety issues, including an inoperative engine management light and exhaust emissions reading failures. The trend suggests the owner only addresses faults when forced to by the MOT tester, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 98,109 miles over 13 years, the car has aged at a consistent rate of approximately 7,500 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. However, the mileage gap between December 2023 and January 2026 shows only 6,665 miles covered in over two years. The presence of a coolant leak in 2023 and an oil leak reported in early 2026 indicates that the vehicle may have sat or been neglected during longer periods between these inspections. The primary concern for a buyer lies in the recurring brake and suspension issues. The January 2026 failure noted thin nearside front brake pads and worn front brake discs, alongside an offside front coil spring that was not seated correctly. These faults, combined with repeated reports of uneven tyre wear and perishing, suggest potential alignment issues or neglected suspension components. A prospective buyer must physically inspect the front suspension for signs of further wear and verify that the coolant leak reported in 2023 has been fully rectified rather than merely masked.