2006 Ford Focus 2.5L Petrol · EY06 ADO

The 2021‑10‑12 MOT at 83,067 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance record after earlier corrective work. The vehicle’s 83,067 miles equate to roughly 4,150 miles per year since its 2006 manufacture, a low figure for a 20‑year‑old car that suggests extended periods of inactivity; however, mileage accelerated between 2018 and 2020, rising from 53,884 miles in October 2018 to 80,571 miles by September 2020, a gain of 26,687 miles in just under two years, before stabilising in the most recent test. A buyer should therefore inspect the wishbone bushes and lower suspension arm pins or bushes for excessive wear, verify the condition of the anti‑roll bar ball joint and rear coil springs for cracks or fractures, test the wheel bearings for roughness, examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or binding, and look for structural rust around the suspension mounting points and chassis rails. The recurring brake fluctuation noted in the 2020 failure suggests checking brake caliper movement and ensuring the brake discs are not warped, while the earlier tyre defects indicate a need to assess tyre tread depth and sidewall condition before purchase.