2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · GF12 FLV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward minor wear-related defects. The most recent test on April 17, 2026 at 55,704 miles identified a worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush. While this did not result in a failure, it indicates that rubber components are beginning to degrade due to age. This follows a clean pass in April 2025, suggesting the vehicle has remained relatively stable but is entering a phase where suspension components require attention. At 55,704 miles, this 14-year-old Focus has covered low mileage, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This pattern is consistent across the records, with 4,785 miles driven between the April 2024 and April 2025 tests. Low mileage often mitigates mechanical wear on the engine and engine but increases the risk of material-related failures. The tyre cracking and perishing issues noted in April 2024 are classic symptoms of this, where rubber dries out over time rather than wearing through tread use. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the offside front suspension assembly to check for play or excessive movement in the arm. Given the previous history of perishing tyres, the sidewalls of all tyres must be checked for dry rot or deep cracking, as the low mileage likely masks structural degradation of the rubber. Additionally, while the headlamp aim failed twice in 2024 and 2025 due to alignment issues, ensure the units are securely mounted and not vibrating due to loose mounting brackets.