2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · DS12 ENN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline in basic consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 100,979 miles passed, the tester flagged a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a multi-year pattern of poor tyre management, indicating that the owner has consistently deferred tyre replacements until they reached failure or near-failure. At 100,979 miles over 14 years, the Focus has averaged approximately 7,200 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. The mileage data shows a steady progression, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between April 2024 and May 2025, and another 4,122 miles between May 2025 and January 2026. This consistent interval suggests regular use, but the lack of recorded service history to complement the MOT-related advisories implies that the vehicle is being driven on its own merits rather than according to a preventative maintenance schedule. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry, as the recurring edge wear on multiple tyres suggests the vehicle requires a wheel alignment or has worn suspension bushes. The 2024 failure due to under-inflated tyres and a nail in the tyre highlights a lack of attention to basic vehicle safety checks. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, the buyer should also check for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as the MOT record has not yet flagged any integrity issues despite the obvious neglect of minor components.