2018 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · FN68 URG

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently passing, but the MOT history reveals a distinct stability issue: the failure on 2025-08-27 at 85,645 miles suggests that the 2025 test was a false positive or an anomaly rather than a true failure. This indicates that the vehicle's mechanical integrity has not deteriorated since the 2025-08-27 test, contrasting with the earlier 2024-09-24 test which also passed at 73,664 miles. The maintenance trend is therefore stable, with no evidence of progressive wear or structural compromise between 2025 and 2024. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has experienced a significant gap in recorded data between the 2024-09-24 test at 73,664 miles and the 2025-08-27 test at 85,645 miles. This 12,001-mile interval represents a substantial accumulation of miles that could indicate a lack of regular maintenance or a period of inactivity. While the 2025-08-27 test passed with no defects, the absence of a record from 2024 suggests that the vehicle may have been driven in a way that resulted in accelerated wear on components such as suspension bushings or brake pads, even though the final test passed. Consequently, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to confirm the 2025-08-27 test result and assess the condition of the 2024-09-24 test vehicle. Given the significant mileage gap, the most prudent next step is to verify the suspension and braking systems for any signs of binding, excessive play, or corrosion that would have been present in the 2025-08-27 test. If the 2025-08-27 test shows no defects, the vehicle may be roadworthy, but the history warrants a thorough check of the 2024-09-24 vehicle to rule out hidden issues before finalizing the purchase.