2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · FG06 JZR

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that suggests reactive rather than preventative care. While the car passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 98,002 miles, it did so only after addressing several failures from a test just eight days prior. The persistence of minor exhaust leaks and a corroded offside rear coil spring across multiple year-long intervals indicates that the owner is only performing the bare minimum required to pass the MOT rather than addressing underlying mechanical or structural degradation. At approximately 20 years old, the recorded mileage of 98,002 miles represents a low annual average of roughly 4,900 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with age on rubber components and structural metal rather than mechanical engine wear. The data shows a steady increase in mileage of approximately 6,000 miles between October 2023 and August 2024, and another 6,000 miles the following year. However, the low mileage likely masks accelerated-aging-related corrosion, which is clearly evident in the recorded chassis issues. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the structural integrity of the rear subframe. The record from October 2022 noted corrosion on the subframe, and by August 2025, the tester reported that the subframe and suspension components were covered in underseal, preventing a thorough inspection. This is a significant red flag, as underseal often hides deep structural rust that can lead to catastrophic failure. You should also inspect the front suspension arm ball joints, which failed for excessive wear in August 2025, and check for signs of the coolant leak that was previously flagged as a harmful risk.