2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · FN06 WRD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass in July 2024. The maintenance trend appears reactive but improving, as a series of failures in mid-2023 were addressed before the subsequent test. While the 2024 test initially saw a minor failure regarding insufficient washer fluid, the lack of recorded defects in the final test suggests the current owner is willing to rectify immediate safety issues to keep the car road legal. At 137,429 miles, the Ford Focus has averaged approximately 6,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for a twenty-year-old vehicle. The data shows a significant gap of 24,000 miles covered between July 2022 and July 2024, indicating a period of higher usage compared to previous years. This rate of mileage puts consistent strain on age-related components such as suspension bushings and braking hardware, though the record does not show any catastrophic mechanical failures or rapid structural degradation during this interval. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry and tyres, as the 2023 failure noted both front tyres were worn on the edges, which often points to misalignment or worn suspension arms. The rear exhaust system was previously flagged as insecure, requiring a physical check of the hangers and brackets to ensure they have not suffered from advanced corrosion. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough check for structural rust on the sills and subframe points is essential, as the MOT record does not provide detail on the state of the metal beyond what would have triggered a failure.