2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · FL10 LFP

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in proactive consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 93,804 miles passed, it introduced advisories for both nearside and offside front tyres being worn to the legal limit and showing edge wear. This follows a pattern from the 2024 test at 89,210 miles, where the offside front tyre was flagged for similar issues. The period between 2021 and 2023 showed no recorded defects, suggesting a period of mechanical stability during those specific years. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,863 miles per year. Between December 2021 (78,762 miles) and December 2025 (93,804 miles), the car covered 15,042 miles. This consistent, low annual usage typically reduces mechanical stress on the drivetrain and engine components, but it often increases the risk of rubber-based degradation and brake caliper corrosion if the vehicle sits for long periods. The regular annual testing intervals indicate the car has been kept in active use despite the low total figures. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry and alignment, as the recurring edge wear on the front tyres suggests a persistent tracking issue or worn suspension bushes that the previous owners have not addressed. Given the age of the Ford Focus, a thorough check for structural integrity along the rear sills and wheel arches is also required, as these are common failure points for this model regardless of mileage. Ensure the brake discs are not seized or pitted due to the low-mileage usage pattern.