2010 Ford Focus 2.5L Petrol · FJ10 XHS

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, showing a clear improving trend over the last three years. Following a significant mechanical failure in September 2022, the Ford Focus has passed three consecutive MOT tests without any recorded defects. The most recent test conducted in September 2025 at 137,584 miles returned no faults, indicating that the vehicle currently meets minimum regulatory standards and that previous mechanical issues have been addressed. At 137,584 miles, the sixteen-year-old vehicle averages approximately 8,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a car of this age. The mileage data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 3,400 to 6,500 miles covered between the annual tests in 2023, 2024, and 2025. This regular usage suggests the car has been driven consistently rather than sitting, potentially preventing seals and components from seizing during long periods of inactivity. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the September 2022 failure highlighted multiple worn components including the nearside front ball joint and both rear suspension arm bushes. While these were repaired, the high mileage puts continued stress on rubber bushes and joints. You should also check the nearside front CV boot for signs of tearing or grease leakage, as a split boot previously caused a failure and can lead to rapid drivetrain wear if neglected. The braking system also warrants close attention given the 2022 failure for significantly worn front inner brake discs. Although the car has passed tests since then, a buyer should verify the remaining thickness of the discs and check for uneven pad wear. Given the age of the vehicle, the exhaust system should be inspected for structural corrosion to ensure the heat shield previously noted as loose remains securely secured.