2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · GL13 BGE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT test in January 2026 which passed with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement after a period of instability. While the car failed tests in January 2024 and January 2025, the subsequent passes in February 2025 and January 2026 indicate that the mechanical or structural issues previously identified were addressed and rectified to meet the minimum legal standards. At 97,375 miles, this 13-year-old Focus has averaged approximately 7,500 miles per year. This mileage aligns with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows a cluster of testing activity between January 2024 and February 2025, where three tests occurred within thirteen months. This density suggests either a period of frequent scrutiny or an attempt to resolve a recurring fault before the vehicle returned to a clean state. Since the 2025 pass, the vehicle has followed a standard annual testing cycle. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that likely caused the 2024 and 2025 failures, although the specific mechanical reasons for those failures are not detailed in the summary. Given the age and mileage of the Focus, it is necessary to inspect for corrosion on the suspension arms and structural integrity of the chassis points. One should also verify the condition of the brake calipers and the state of the rubber bushings to ensure that the recent defect-free records are not masking underlying wear or mechanical fatigue. Buying score: 68 Risk level: Low.