2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · FG65 PWN

A testing record largely free of structural or chassis-related failures characterises this vehicle, with historical defects restricted to standard consumable items and a single minor electronic fault. Its sole recorded failure occurred in May 2025 due to an inoperative tyre pressure monitoring system sensor, which was rectified immediately on the same day. The vehicle subsequently achieved a clean pass with zero advisories at its May 2026 test with 83,251 miles recorded, reflecting a stable baseline of general roadworthiness across its eleven-year lifespan. Accumulating 83,251 miles over eleven years represents an average of roughly 7,500 miles annually, consistent with typical UK passenger car usage. The steady annual progression of testing without prolonged lapses indicates regular operational use rather than extended periods of static storage. While this usage pattern prevents the issues associated with vehicle stagnation, this mileage level inevitably brings standard mechanical wear to major running gear, including suspension dampers, anti-roll bar linkages, and engine ancillaries, which must be assessed on their current physical condition. A pre-purchase inspection should concentrate on areas previously highlighted in past test cycles, particularly the front braking assembly and wheel alignment. Front brake discs were noted for scoring and pitting in 2021; although they may have been renewed since, buyers should inspect the discs for excess lip wear and test for judder through the brake pedal or steering wheel under firm deceleration. Additionally, the inside edge tyre wear noted in 2023 points to possible steering geometry or tracking misalignment. The tread across all four tyres should be checked for uneven shoulder wear, and the vehicle tested for pulling to one side on level road surfaces. Functional checks should also extend to verifying that the tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp illuminates during ignition start-up and extinguishes cleanly without reappearing during the road test, confirming the 2025 repair remains effective. On the road, listen for knocking or knocking noises from the front lower wishbones and rear multi-link suspension over rough surfaces, and conduct an underbody inspection to verify that steel brake lines and suspension subframes remain free of excessive surface corrosion.