2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · FD58 ADO

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile, with the history indicating a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While the most recent test in May 2022 at 107,319 miles passed, it revealed a misting of oil on the nearside front shock absorber. This follows a period of significant mechanical failures that suggest the owner only addressed critical safety items after failing inspections. The trend is unstable, as the car has moved from a clean record in 2016 to frequent failures involving structural integrity, braking, and suspension components. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year to reach 107,319 miles. However, there is a major data gap in the record; the last recorded MOT was in May 2022. As of July 2026, the vehicle has been without a documented inspection for four years, which leaves the current condition of the brakes, tyres, and structural integrity unknown. Between 2016 and 2022, the car covered roughly 52,000 miles, representing relatively low usage that often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seized mechanical parts due to inactivity. Mechanical history highlights recurring issues with the suspension and braking system. The tester flagged worn front suspension arm bushes in 2018 and 2019, while significantly worn front brake discs and fluctuating service brakes were noted in 2019. The 2020 failure at 102,496 miles was particularly severe, revealing a nearside rear tyre with exposed cords and a badly distorted rim, indicating potential impact damage or extreme neglect of the wheels. These repeated faults suggest that the previous owners ignored basic upkeep until failure was imminent. Given the four-year lapse since the last test, a buyer must thoroughly inspect for deep corrosion on the chassis, check the state of all suspension bushes, and verify the condition of the exhaust mounting, which was previously noted as broken.