2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FE59 LTZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the MOT history shows a significant lapse in recent testing. The most recent test conducted in February 2022 at 137,870 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the car met minimum safety standards at that time. However, because no tests have been recorded for over four years, the current mechanical state of the vehicle remains unverified. This gap in documentation creates a risk regarding the degradation of rubber components and fluid integrity since the last official inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging out approximately 8,600 miles per year. Between February 2020 and February 2021, the car covered 2,006 miles, which suggests a period of low usage. The subsequent increase of 18,105 miles between February 2021 and February 2022 indicates a return to normal driving habits. While the total mileage is not excessive for a Ford Focus, the age of the vehicle means components are likely subject to age-related fatigue and corrosion regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking for corrosion in the rear wheel arches and sills where this model frequently fails. The MOT record lacks specific advisories for suspension bushes or brake components, but the elapsed time since the last test necessitates a check of coil springs for fractures and the brake leads for perished rubber. Given the failures in 2020 and 2022 prior to passing, the previous owner was willing to maintain the vehicle, but the lack of recent data means any mechanical failure in the drivetrain or exhaust system could have gone undetected.