2009 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · CP59 HFL

The vehicle shows a history of reactive maintenance, particularly regarding suspension components and braking system wear. While the most recent recorded MOT test in December 2022 at 137,631 miles passed, it highlighted significant corrosion on both the front and rear sub-frames. Although these were not deemed seriously weakened at the time, the presence of structural rust on a 17-year-old vehicle is a progressive issue that requires close monitoring. Given that no MOT has been recorded for over three years, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unknown and a fresh inspection is mandatory to verify its safety. At 137,631 miles, the Focus has averaged approximately 8,100 miles per year, which is consistent with its age. However, the record reveals a recurring pattern of neglecting basic consumable items. In December 2021, the car failed at 133,636 miles with exposed cords on the offside front tyre and insufficient tread depth on the nearside front. This followed a failure in December 2018 at 107,273 miles due to bald tyres and imbalanced brakes. These failures suggest that previous owners often only addressed faults after failing a government test rather than performing proactive maintenance. The suspension geometry is a frequent point of failure for this vehicle. Testers flagged worn suspension arm bushes and ball joints across multiple years in 2018, 2021, and 2022. The braking system has also shown signs of neglect, with binding calipers and pitted discs noted in 2018, and worn discs noted again in 2022. A buyer should inspect the current condition of all rubber bushings and the structural integrity of the sub-frames, as the historical data indicates the vehicle is susceptible to component wear and environmental degradation.