2022 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · EK22 CCA

The 2022 Ford Focus presents with a fully compliant DVSA MOT history, having passed both the 2025 and 2026 tests without any recorded defects or advisories. With no advisories logged at the most recent examination in March 2026, there are no immediate regulatory concerns flagged against the vehicle, suggesting that the braking system, suspension, lighting, exhaust emissions, and structural elements were all deemed satisfactory at that time. The absence of advisory notes across consecutive tests points to a stable maintenance trend, which is reassuring for a prospective buyer. However, it is worth noting that a clean MOT record only confirms the vehicle met the minimum statutory standard on the day of testing and does not guarantee the condition of components approaching the end of their service life. With 31,275 miles recorded over approximately four years, this Focus has covered around 7,800 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and class. This average annual mileage suggests a sensible mix of urban and suburban use rather than the extremes of predominantly short journeys or extended high-mileage motorway driving. There are no obvious extended gaps in usage that might raise concerns about prolonged standing, which can lead to brake disc corrosion, seized calipers, or tyre flat-spotting, nor are there indications of abnormally rapid accumulation that would imply excessive wear on the clutch, drivetrain, or consumables. That said, the mileage is sufficient to warrant a closer look at wear-related items even though they were not flagged at test. Given the clean MOT history and moderate usage, physical inspection should focus on age and mileage-related deterioration that may not yet have reached advisory thresholds. The tyres, although unlikely to have been flagged, should be examined closely for sidewall perishing or cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and a four-year-old vehicle can show ozone damage particularly if garaged in fluctuating temperatures. Brake discs should be visually checked for any lipping or surface corrosion, especially around the outer edges, which can indicate uneven wear or a binding caliper that has not yet caused an MOT failure. The 12-volt battery is another priority, as units beyond four years of service often exhibit reduced cranking performance, particularly in colder conditions, so a voltage or load test would be prudent. Fluid-based servicing and under-bonnet checks deserve equal attention. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and typically requires replacement every two to three years regardless of mileage, so verifying the date of the last fluid change is advisable, as degraded fluid can compromise braking performance and accelerate internal corrosion within the brake system. Coolant, transmission fluid, and engine oil should be inspected for condition and interval compliance, with the service book or digital service history reviewed to confirm that manufacturer-recommended schedules have been observed. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front lower wishbones and anti-roll bar bushes, which are known wear items on this generation of Focus, and pay attention to any pulling under braking, which could indicate a seized slide pin or warped disc. Uneven tyre wear across an axle would also suggest tracking or suspension geometry concerns worth investigating before purchase.