2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · EO63 RJJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred consumable repairs and emerging component wear. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 106,735 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged both front tyres as near the legal limit with uneven wear patterns. This suggests a lack of attention to basic maintenance or alignment issues, following a failure in August 2022 where a significant tyre cut and feathering were noted. At 106,735 miles over 13 years, the car averages approximately 8,200 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with intervals of 6,000 to 7,000 miles recorded between annual tests from 2022 to 2025. This steady usage indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, but the age of the car means that rubber and metal components are subject to degradation regardless of the relatively low distance driven. A physical inspection must focus on the rear suspension and engine seals. The August 2024 test identified corrosion on the rear anti-roll bar and both rear coil springs, which, while not immediate failures at the time, require close monitoring for structural thinning or fractures as the metal ages. The reported front oil leak from the same period also warrants an underbody check to ensure it is not a worsening gasket failure that could lead to oil starvation or engine damage. The recurring issues with inner-edge tyre wear in 2022 and 2025 point toward a persistent alignment problem or worn suspension bushes. A buyer should verify the condition of the front geometry and check the ball joints and control arms for excessive play. Given the nail in the nearside rear tyre noted in 2025, the integrity of all four tyres should be scrutinized for hidden structural damage or uneven wear that the previous owner may have overlooked.