2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FN13 UPF

The most recent MOT, carried out on 28 July 2023, was passed but returned three advisories – off‑side front brake disc showing wear and scoring, and both rear suspension arm pins or bushes on the near‑side and off‑side showing wear but not yet causing excessive movement. Over the seven‑year recorded history the vehicle has moved from a clean pass in 2018 to a mixture of advisories and isolated failures, most notably tyre tread warnings and a one‑off exhaust emissions failure in 2019. The pattern suggests a generally stable maintenance regime, yet the recurrence of tyre‑related advisories and emerging suspension wear indicates that wear items are beginning to converge and will need addressing soon. At 106,867 mi the car averages roughly 8,200 mi per year, which is typical for a 2013 model. There are no obvious periods of unusually high mileage that would point to severe over‑use, nor are there long gaps that might suggest prolonged storage. This moderate annual usage means that consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components are likely to be within normal wear limits for the age, but the cumulative mileage does place the vehicle in a bracket where age‑related degradation of rubber, metal fatigue and fluid breakdown become increasingly relevant. A prospective buyer should give the tyres a thorough visual and tactile inspection. Verify that the tread depth on all four wheels exceeds the legal 1.6 mm minimum and look for sidewall cracking, dry rot or embedded objects such as nails that were noted in previous tests. Uneven wear patterns may reveal mis‑alignment, worn camber/caster settings or the developing suspension bush wear highlighted in the latest advisory; during a test drive listen for clunking or knocking over bumps and feel for any pull to one side. The front brake discs, already flagged for scoring, should be measured for remaining thickness and checked for any pulsation or shudder when applying the brakes – symptoms of warped or excessively worn discs that would soon require resurfacing or replacement. Beyond the tyres and brakes, inspect the washer‑fluid system to ensure the pump delivers adequate spray, and confirm that the headlamp aim is correctly centred, as both were previously failed items. Given the vehicle’s age, examine the 12 V battery for terminal corrosion and test its cranking voltage; a battery older than four years may be nearing the end of its service life. Check all fluid levels – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – and look for signs of leakage or discoloration, since time‑based degradation can occur even on low‑mileage cars. Finally, scan the exhaust for excessive smoke or unusual noises that could hint at the earlier emissions failure resurfacing, and verify that the service book contains regular oil changes and any recommended timing‑belt or chain service appropriate to the model’s mileage. Addressing these points will give a clear picture of the car’s current roadworthiness and the likely near‑term maintenance budget.