2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FP62 AZG

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed in February 2026 at 80,981 miles, this followed a significant failure just eight days prior at 80,730 miles. That failure highlighted critical safety defects, including an ABS and electronic stability control fault, a failing parking brake, and a dangerous wheel bearing. The transition from a multi-point failure to a pass suggests the owner addressed major issues only when forced by the testing environment. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. However, the data shows a sharp increase in usage between January 2025 (71,142 miles) and February 2026 (80,981 miles), with nearly 10,000 miles covered in a single year. This recent accumulation correlates with the sudden degradation of components, such as the simultaneous failure of four tyres and the mechanical wear-related faults noted in the February 2026 test. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and structural integrity. The record shows recurring corrosion on the nearside rear coil spring and rear suspension arms dating back to 2024 and 2026, alongside earlier reports of body structure corrosion in 2023. These indicators suggest the vehicle is susceptible to rust, which may accelerate over time. Additionally, the previous failure of the nearside front wheel bearing and the ABS system faults require verification to ensure the repairs were definitive and did not merely mask underlying electrical or mechanical failures.