2016 Ford Focus 2.3L Petrol · FH66 UUY

With only two minor advisories relating to windscreen stone chips and a handful of tyre and brake disc notes across the entire five-test history, this 2016 Ford Focus presents a notably clean MOT record, culminating in a pass on 9 December 2025 with no defects recorded at all. The advisory pattern is sparse and entirely consistent with light, gentle service use rather than any underlying mechanical deterioration. There are no recurring advisories on suspension components, no corrosion notes on structural areas such as subframes or brake pipes, no exhaust or emissions failures, and no steering or brake-related failures of any kind. The only recurring theme is superficial trim and tyre damage, which is typical for a car of this age exposed to normal road conditions. Overall, the roadworthiness trajectory is stable and reassuringly uneventful. Recorded mileage of 35,768 miles over ten years equates to an average of around 3,577 miles per year, which is substantially below the typical annual accumulation for a Focus of this vintage. There are no unusual gaps in the testing history, with annual MOTs carried out consistently from 2021 through 2025, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular but limited use rather than being laid up for extended periods. This kind of usage profile tends to be kind to major drivetrain components but can bring its own considerations, particularly around rubber and sealing items that deteriorate with age rather than mileage, such as suspension bushes, engine and gearbox seals, and brake hydraulic components. The fact that no such items have yet been flagged on the test is encouraging, though a buyer should remain alert to age-related wear that may emerge as the vehicle continues to be used. For a prospective buyer, the most relevant items to investigate physically are the front brake discs, which were noted as worn, pitted, and scored in December 2021. Although this was an advisory rather than a failure at the time, disc wear progresses gradually and four years of further light use could well have brought them closer to replacement thickness. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squealing from the front brakes on light application, feel for vibration or pulsation through the brake pedal under firm stopping, and check for any pulling to one side which could indicate uneven disc wear or a binding caliper. The tyres flagged with cuts on the nearside front, nearside rear, and offside rear in late 2024 should be inspected closely for any sidewall damage that may have developed further, and a check of manufacture dates is worthwhile given the slow mileage accumulation, as older tyres may still be fitted despite adequate tread depth. Finally, given the low annual mileage, it is worth paying particular attention to items that suffer from underuse rather than overwork. During a viewing, inspect the underside of the vehicle for any surface rust or weeping from brake pipes, flexible hoses, and suspension components, as these can deteriorate regardless of mileage when a car sees only short, infrequent journeys. Check that all suspension bushes, particularly the front lower arms and anti-roll bar links, are free from cracking or perishing, and that the coil springs show no signs of corrosion or sagging. Listen for any clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn bushes or droplinks, and ensure the steering remains precise without vagueness or knocking at full lock. A low-mileage example with this clean a record is fundamentally a sound prospect, but a thorough physical inspection of these age-sensitive items will confirm whether the car has been as well preserved as its MOT history suggests.