2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FE63 GGP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful test on April 7, 2026, though the overall maintenance trend appears stable but inconsistent. While the latest result is clean, the history shows a recurring pattern of immediate failures followed by passes in the two most recent cycles. The 2025 and 2026 tests initially failed before rectification, suggesting that the owner only addresses defects when prompted by a test failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage data presents a significant discrepancy that warrants investigation. The record from April 4, 2024, lists a staggering 165,828 miles, yet by March 21, 2025, the mileage dropped to 97,234 miles. This represents a reduction of 68,694 miles in under a year, which indicates either an odometer error or manual recording tampering. Excluding this anomaly, the average usage of approximately 8,000 miles per year is consistent with a thirteen-year-old vehicle, but the lack of linear data makes the mechanical wear and tear assessment unreliable. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components to account for these data inconsistencies. Given the age of the Focus, check for corrosion on the sills and rear suspension mounting points, as these are common failure points on this model. Specifically examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for excessive wear, as the repeated failures in recent years suggest that items may be reaching the end of their functional life and being replaced only upon failure.