2008 Ford Focus C-MAX 2.0L Petrol · FD58 FGE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on July 3, 2025 at 75,742 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The car failed just two miles prior to that successful test due to a missing offside rear road wheel fixing, a inoperative windscreen washer, and a perished offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage dust cover. While these issues were rectified to achieve compliance, the recurring nature of suspension failures suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a failure point. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,742 miles averages approximately 4,200 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear from distance. Between June 2022 and July 2025, the vehicle covered only 8,309 miles, yet the record shows consistent thinning front brake pads across three consecutive tests. This indicates that despite the low miles driven, the braking system and suspension elements have been neglected between service intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The history notes multiple issues with ball joint dust covers and corroded front coil springs, which are prone to sudden failure on vehicles of this age. Check for signs of rust on the springs and control arm bushings. Furthermore, the 2022 advisory regarding uneven inner tyre wear suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn bushes that was never explicitly confirmed resolved. Given the history of thin brake pads, the remaining life of the discs and pads should be measured to ensure they are not nearing the end of their operational life.