2016 Ford Focus 1.5L Petrol · DF16 VHU

The 2016 Ford Focus presents a stable and generally sound mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 25 November 2025 at 72,833 miles, where it passed. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the most recent test reveals a minor but notable shift from the preceding two years of completely clean passes. The tester flagged an offside front inner tyre worn close to the legal limit, a minor exhaust leak from the back box, and a deteriorated front registration plate. These are low-severity, consumable wear items rather than structural or mechanical failures, but they break a previously clean record and suggest the current ownership may be deferring basic cosmetic and minor upkeep. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,300 miles per year is entirely typical for a ten-year-old family hatchback. The record shows a steady progression from 51,535 miles in June 2023 to 72,833 miles by November 2025, with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps. The 2024 test cycle is notable for a failure on 7 December at 62,889 miles for a below-minimum nearside front tyre tread depth, followed by a clean pass just two days later at 62,910 miles. That nearside tyre failure, combined with the November 2025 advisory for an offside front tyre worn on the edge, points to a recurring pattern of uneven front tyre wear. This could indicate alignment issues, worn suspension bushes, or simply that tyre pressures and tracking have not been checked regularly. A buyer should inspect the front suspension components carefully, particularly the lower arm bushes, track rod ends, and anti-roll bar links, as these commonly degrade on the Mk3 Focus and cause the uneven inner-edge tyre wear flagged in both 2024 and 2025. The minor exhaust leak from the back box noted in November 2025 warrants a visual check of the rear silencer for corrosion or a failing seam, though it is unlikely to be a structural concern at this stage. Brake components and coil springs are not flagged in the record, but given the mileage, a physical inspection of disc thickness, pad depth, and spring condition remains prudent before purchase.