2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · EO63 KHR

The 2013 Ford Focus presents a stable and largely positive roadworthiness profile as of its most recent MOT on 18 September 2025 at 75,559 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly improving, with the vehicle passing four of its last five recorded tests. The sole failure, recorded on 19 September 2023 at 67,303 miles, was for exhaust emissions exceeding the default limit of 1.5m-1. Crucially, the car passed a retest on the same day at the same mileage, indicating the emissions fault was promptly rectified rather than left to fester. The most recent test in September 2025 carried only a minor advisory for a slightly damaged or perishing nearside front outer tyre sidewall, a consumable item with no bearing on long-term mechanical health. There are no recurring structural, braking, or suspension defects on record. The mileage pattern tells a consistent story of gentle use. Across thirteen years, the car has covered 75,559 miles, averaging roughly 5,812 miles per year, well below the typical UK annual figure of around 8,000 to 12,000 miles. The annual increments between tests are remarkably steady: approximately 4,870 miles between September 2022 and September 2023, and roughly 3,386 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This suggests the vehicle has been used for short, regular journeys rather than sitting idle for extended periods, which is a positive indicator for mechanical components that benefit from consistent operation. No anomalous gaps or sudden spikes in mileage accumulation appear in the record. A buyer inspecting this Focus in person should focus on two areas. First, the nearside front tyre sidewall advisory from September 2025 warrants close visual inspection. Cracking or perishing on the sidewall can indicate age-related rubber degradation, and if the tyre has not been replaced since the test, it may now present a genuine safety concern requiring immediate attention. Second, given the 2023 emissions failure, it would be prudent to assess the condition of the catalytic converter and lambda sensors, particularly if the engine management light is illuminated or if the exhaust note sounds unusually blowy. Beyond these specific items, the clean MOT record across multiple years with no suspension, braking, or structural corrosion advisories suggests the car has been reasonably well maintained. A brief road test covering low-speed braking, steering feel over uneven surfaces, and gear changes will confirm whether that paper record translates to present-day condition.