2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FN12 GZM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural integrity and component wear. While it passed its latest MOT in December 2025 at 137,641 miles, this followed a significant failure just four miles prior. That failure highlighted multiple critical issues including excessive emissions, a faulty horn, and severely worn front brake components. The transition from a failure to a pass suggests the owner addressed only the absolute minimum repairs required to meet the legal standard rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between November 2022 at 107,620 miles and December 2025 at 137,641 miles, the car covered roughly 30,000 miles, indicating a steady usage profile. However, the frequency of advisories in the later years suggests that the vehicle is reaching the end of the service life for many heavy-duty components, particularly within the suspension and rubber-related assemblies. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and subframes. The December 2025 record identifies corrosion on the front and rear subframes, as well as the rear anti-roll bar and suspension arms. While the tester noted these were not yet seriously weakened, corrosion on a vehicle of this age often progresses rapidly into structural failure. Furthermore, the front suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn in every test since 2023, indicating a persistent issue that affects handling precision and tyre wear patterns. The braking system also requires close attention. The December 2025 failure recorded front brake pads below the 1.5mm legal limit and pitted brake discs, coupled with poor parking brake efficiency. Although these were supposedly replaced, the buyer should verify that the work was completed professionally and that the parking brake mechanism is properly adjusted. Given the recent history of high emissions, a diagnostic check of the engine health would also be advisable to ensure the vehicle is not suffering from deeper internal combustion issues or sensor failures.