2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · DA15 AAJ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass dated 29 May 2026 at 111,376 miles, but the same-day initial test failed on four lighting faults before rectification. The maintenance trend shows a worsening pattern in electrical and lighting integrity, moving from two clean passes in 2023 and 2024 to corrosion and shock absorber misting in October 2025, then multiple lighting defects seven months later. Previous owners appear to have addressed core mechanical safety items competently until recently, yet basic consumable and external lighting upkeep slipped by the 2026 test. Recorded mileage rose from 83,430 in the October 2023 test to 94,132 by October 2024, then 106,128 in October 2025, reaching 111,376 by May 2026. This equates to roughly 10,125 miles per year against the vehicle's eleven-year life, a typical accumulation with no standing periods or abrupt high-use spikes. The DVSA history is sparse on defects between 2023 and 2025, suggesting the earlier upkeep was consistent before the recent fault cluster. A buyer should physically verify the offside side repeater, rear fog lamp, and headlamp aim alignment, since the May 2026 failure recorded an obviously incorrect projected beam image and non-functioning lamps. The October 2025 test noted general corrosion on suspension components and light oil misting on both rear shock absorbers; these require underbody inspection for structural integrity and dampers condition. Confirm the undertray remains fitted and check suspension bushes and coil springs for progression of corrosion beyond the advised state.