2021 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · DN21 LLF

The 2021 Ford Focus holds a valid MOT certificate following its most recent test on 21 April 2026 at 39,739 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but shows a minor deterioration at the latest inspection after two consecutive clean passes. The tester flagged the offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, with a screw embedded in the outer tread. A penetrating object in the tread is a puncture risk and the edge wear suggests possible wheel alignment or suspension geometry drift, not simply neglect. The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the new defect marks a shift from the previously spotless record. The mileage progression is consistent with light-to-moderate use. The car covered 8,116 miles between the April 2024 test at 25,877 miles and the April 2025 test at 33,993 miles, then 5,746 miles in the twelve months to April 2026. The annual distance has dropped noticeably in the most recent year, which can increase the risk of long-term fuel system, battery, and brake surface issues from short journeys rather than high mileage wear. There are no gaps in the MOT record and no evidence of mileage anomalies. The most recent advisory focus falls squarely on the offside front tyre and its surrounding components. A buyer should inspect the nearside front tyre for similar uneven wear patterns and have the front suspension geometry checked for misalignment, worn track rod ends, or damaged wishbone bushes that could cause the observed edge wear. The embedded screw warrants a professional tyre inspection to confirm whether the casing is compromised and whether a repair or replacement is required. Given the relatively low annual mileage in the last year, the brake discs and pads should be examined for surface corrosion and uneven pad transfer, particularly on the rear axle where lighter use often prevents adequate bedding in. The exhaust system, engine mounts, and underside should be checked for corrosion consistent with a five-year-old vehicle that may have spent extended periods stationary.