2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · EK09 VVT

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status, but the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in August 2023 at 124,849 miles was a pass, it followed a significant failure just five days prior at 124,691 miles. That failure highlighted multiple critical issues including a split CV boot, worn suspension ball joints, and illegal tyres, indicating that the owner only addressed major mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester. At 17 years old, the recorded 124,849 miles represent an annual average of approximately 7,344 miles, which aligns with typical national averages for a car of this age. The data shows consistent annual testing between 2020 and 2023, with mileage increments of roughly 6,000 to 9,000 miles per year. This regularity in use suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, though the overall age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of natural material degradation in rubber components and seals regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension, as the record shows a persistent trend of deteriorating bushes and ball joints dating back to 2020. The 2023 failure for the offside front ball joint and nearside front arm bush suggests the front geometry is a known point of weakness on this vehicle. Additionally, the repeated reports of minor oil leaks in 2020 and 2021 require a close look at the engine bay and sump area to ensure the leak has not worsened into a more significant mechanical failure. The recurring mentions of perishing and damaged tyres across the 2022 and 2023 tests suggest a lack of basic consumable upkeep. The buyer should check the sidewalls of all tyres for cracking, as the previous owner ignored these signs until they reached legal limits. Furthermore, the offside front CV boot replaced in 2023 should be inspected for grease leakage or further tearing, as a failure here will quickly lead to expensive drive shaft replacement if not monitored.