2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · DN62 XVB

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful test on August 21 2025 at 85,358 miles. The maintenance trend appears to be improving after a failure just three days prior at 85,297 miles, where the tester identified a fractured offside front coil spring and a non-functional nearside rear lamp. The immediate rectification of these faults suggests the current owner is willing to address safety-critical failures promptly to maintain legal compliance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression of 6,080 miles between July 2023 and August 2024, followed by another 6,338 miles between August 2024 and August 2025. This low annual mileage suggests light use, which typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it can increase the risk of rubber-based components degrading or brakes seizing during long periods of inactivity. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension, as the fractured coil spring in the 2025 test indicates that components may be reaching the end of their fatigue life due to age rather than distance. The 2024 advisory regarding thin rear brake pads at 79,020 miles necessitates a thorough check of the current remaining thickness on all brake linings and discs. Additionally, while the 2023 failure for an inoperative engine management light was resolved, a diagnostic scan should ensure no hidden fault codes remain stored in the system.