2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · KH02 BEC

The vehicle is currently in a deteriorating state of roadworthiness. While it passed its most recent MOT on 20 August 2025 at 108,967 miles, the test was only achieved after an initial failure on the same day due to incorrectly positioned headlamps. The resulting pass certificate carries a heavy list of advisories including an oil leak in the gearbox area, pitted front brake discs, and corroded rear coil springs. These findings suggest a shift from a previously stable maintenance record toward a period of neglect. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 6,410 miles per year. A notable increase in usage occurred between June 2024 and August 2025, where the odometer rose by 8,106 miles in just over a year. This is a significant jump compared to the 4,179 miles covered between August 2022 and June 2024. The vehicle has been used regularly, though the recent spike in mileage coincides with the emergence of more serious mechanical advisories. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. The 2025 record explicitly mentions age related rust under the vehicle and corroded rear coil springs. Furthermore, a long term trend of deteriorating front lower arm bushes appears in the records as far back as 2016, with recurring mentions in 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2021. This indicates a chronic suspension issue that may never have been fully rectified. The braking system and engine seals require immediate scrutiny. The August 2025 test flagged pitted and worn front brake discs, while an oil leak has been a recurring theme since August 2021, moving from the driveshaft seal to the gearbox area by 2025. These persistent leaks and the current state of the brake discs suggest that basic preventative maintenance has been overlooked in recent years.