2016 Ford Focus 1.5L Petrol · DX16 NJE

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2026‑05‑18 recorded a failure due to an ABS warning lamp, a non‑functional offside side repeater and a coolant leak, although a pass was also logged on the same date, implying a same‑day retest. The history shows a pattern of minor consumable wear—tyre edge wear in 2022‑2023 and thin front inner brake pads in 2021—balanced by several clean tests. The recent failures suggest the car is not currently roadworthy until those systems are repaired, marking a worsening trend compared with the largely stable record of the previous four years. Mileage accumulates at roughly 5,000 miles per year, a low figure for a 2016 model, and the log shows consistent annual testing. The jump from 45,956 miles at the 2025‑05‑22 test to 50,888 miles at the 2026‑05‑18 test indicates a period of higher usage or possible retest mileage, but the overall rate remains modest. The latest MOT entries are only about two months old, confirming that the vehicle’s fitness has been assessed very recently. A buyer should inspect the ABS module for fault codes, verify the side repeater lamp operation, and check coolant level and hoses for leaks. Brake pads, already flagged thin in 2021, need a visual and measured check, as does the rear brake caliper condition for binding. Tyre edge wear on all four corners points to suspension bush condition or alignment; a suspension walk‑around and alignment test are advisable. Finally, a chassis scan for corrosion and an exhaust emission check will reveal any structural or environmental issues not captured in the MOT record.