2016 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · EN16 URH

The 2016 Ford Focus presents a stable and largely unremarkable roadworthiness profile through its most recent MOT history. The most recent test, conducted on 13 November 2025 at 73,059 miles, resulted in a pass, though the tester noted a cut in the nearside rear tyre that had not yet penetrated to the ply or cords. This advisory, classified under Section 5.2.3 (d) (i), indicates superficial damage rather than an immediate structural failure, but it does flag a minor lapse in tyre condition monitoring. The overall maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural failures escalating over time. Mileage accumulation sits at approximately 7,300 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The progression from 56,514 miles in November 2021 to 73,059 miles in November 2025 shows consistent, gradual use without dramatic spikes or suspicious gaps. The clean passes recorded in November 2023 and November 2024, both with zero defects, suggest the vehicle was maintained to a reasonable standard during that period. The record is neither sparse nor unusually dense, offering a reliable snapshot of the car's recent service life. Two tyre-related advisories have appeared across the history, one for a nail in the offside rear tyre in November 2022 and another for a cut in the nearside rear tyre in November 2025. Both relate to punctures rather than excessive wear, implying the tyres have generally held up well under typical use. A buyer should still inspect all four tyres in person, checking for uneven wear patterns, sidewall damage, and remaining tread depth, particularly given the rear tyres appear to have attracted repeated attention. The offside rear in particular warrants close examination. The November 2021 advisory for a worn, pitted, or scored front brake disc is worth noting, though the tester judged it not seriously weakened at that time. With nearly 17,000 miles covered since that inspection, a buyer should verify the current condition of the front brake discs and pads, looking for lipping, scoring, or thickness reduction beyond manufacturer minimums. Beyond these items, the absence of suspension, exhaust, or structural corrosion advisories across five consecutive annual tests is encouraging. A physical underbody inspection remains advisable to confirm no corrosion has developed in the chassis, subframe, or suspension mounting points since the last recorded test.