2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · EF67 PHN

The most recent MOT test on 11 November 2025 at 118,718 miles resulted in a pass, though the maintenance trend is worsening. The tester flagged pitted and scored rear brake discs alongside a perished offside rear tyre and a broken rear lens. A failure on 15 November 2024 for illegal front tyre tread indicates basic consumable upkeep was skipped, requiring a retest on the same day to rectify the issue. While the vehicle remains roadworthy, the recurrence of rear brake disc wear points to a persistent lack of proactive braking system maintenance. Accumulating 118,718 miles over nine years yields an annual average of roughly 13,191 miles, which is high for a Ford Focus. The data reveals a distinct shift in usage patterns. Between December 2022 at 90,918 miles and December 2023 at 107,823 miles, the car covered 16,905 miles in a single year. Since then, usage has dropped significantly; the vehicle traveled just 4,934 miles between the November 2024 test and the November 2025 test. This recent drop suggests the car may have spent extended periods stationary, which can cause brake discs to corrode and tyres to perish. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the rear braking system and wheel bearings. The rear brake discs have been flagged as worn, pitted, or scored on three separate occasions since December 2023, indicating they are operating at the margins of acceptance. Pitting often stems from prolonged standing, corroborating the recent low mileage accumulation. The perished offside rear tyre and edge wear on the front tyres warrant a thorough check of the suspension geometry and condition of the suspension bushes. Uneven wear hints at misalignment or worn components that a simple tyre replacement will not resolve. Inspect the offside rear light cluster for water ingress resulting from the broken lens, and examine the undercarriage for corrosion, as extended periods of inactivity can accelerate structural deterioration.