2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · EX60 HPP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 107,042 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to headlamp alignment issues and tyre defects. The persistent presence of a minor exhaust leak and general underbody corrosion indicates that mechanical and structural issues are being addressed only when they threaten an MOT pass rather than being maintained during routine service intervals. At 16 years of age, the recorded 107,042 miles represent an average of approximately 6,690 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-intensity domestic usage. The data shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 1,700 miles driven between August 2023 and 2024, followed by 11,352 miles in the following year. This spike in mileage suggests the vehicle has not sat neglected, but the age of the rubber and metal components remains a significant factor in degradation despite the relatively low total mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underbody and suspension components to assess the extent of the general corrosion noted in 2025. The previous failure of the offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint in 2024 suggests the suspension geometry is reaching the end of its service life. Furthermore, the recurring issues with perishing and damaged tyres across 2023, 2024, and 2025 indicate that the owner has neglected basic consumable-related maintenance. The minor exhaust leak at the silencer should be monitored to ensure the corrosion does not progress into a structural failure of the exhaust system.