2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · FD10 AEZ

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 2025‑11‑03 at 107,848 mi failed because the offside side repeater was not working (4.4.1 (a)(ii)). A simultaneous pass entry on the same date recorded no defects, indicating the failure was identified and re‑tested the same day. The preceding years show a pattern of recurring suspension and lighting faults: corrosion of rear subframe/suspension components, fractured anti‑roll bar linkages, headlamp aim errors, and tyre wear. Although the latest pass suggests some issues were corrected, the cumulative history points to a worsening trend in suspension integrity and lighting systems. Mileage accumulation has been steady since 2017, rising from 50,339 mi to 107,848 mi over nine annual tests. The average increase of roughly 6,740 mi per year matches the typical usage for a 16‑year‑old vehicle, and there are no significant gaps between records. The last two entries occurring on the same day reflect a routine re‑test after addressing prior defects rather than a sudden mileage spike. A buyer should inspect the offside side repeater for proper illumination, examine the rear subframe and suspension bushes for corrosion, test the anti‑roll bar linkages for fracture or excessive play, assess brake discs for pitting or scoring, check tyre condition for uneven wear and damage, verify headlamp aim and bulb fit, and confirm the registration plate lamp operates correctly. These components have been repeatedly flagged in the MOT history and represent the most critical areas for a physical pre‑purchase examination.