2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · CX58 WNS

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worsening trend in mechanical and structural maintenance. While the car passed its most recent test on 16 October 2025 at 73,624 miles, the advisory list indicates several developing issues. The tester flagged low front brake pads, corrosion on both rear coil springs, an insecure rear exhaust heat shield, and a snapped rear exhaust mount. These findings suggest that while the vehicle remains legal, the level of preventative maintenance is declining. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,090 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual progression, moving from 54,307 miles in October 2021 to 73,624 miles in October 2025. This low usage pattern likely explains the recurring issues with perished rubber and ageing components. The vehicle appears to have been driven sparingly, which can lead to the degradation of tyres and seals through inactivity rather than mechanical wear. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the underside and suspension components. The MOT history shows a persistent pattern of tyre degradation, with multiple advisories for perishing and edge wear between 2021 and 2024. More critically, the record shows a progression of corrosion, moving from slight subframe and anti-roll bar corrosion in October 2022 to active corrosion on the rear coil springs in the 2025 test. The snapped exhaust mount and insecure heat shield also indicate that the exhaust system requires immediate attention to prevent further structural failure. Beyond the recorded faults, the 2025 test noted that the front seat backs no longer move for rear access, which is a non-mechanical but significant interior defect. Given the history of corrosion and the low annual mileage, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for signs of age-related deterioration in rubber bushings and brake lines that may not yet have triggered an MOT failure but are common in low-use, older vehicles.