2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · KL06 ULS

The 2025-12-02 MOT for this 2006 Ford Focus recorded 78,191 miles and resulted in a pass, but noted offside front outer sill corrosion and a heavy underseal coating on the underfloor. These findings align with earlier corrosion issues, suggesting persistent exposure to moisture or road salt. The 2024-12-17 MOTs—both a pass and a fail—highlight recurring corrosion on the rear suspension and offside sill, alongside a failed headlamp aim test. The 2023-12-07 fail revealed severe corrosion across the underbody, including a corroded brake pipe, coil spring, and rear suspension components, alongside emissions and tyre wear issues. The vehicle’s condition shows a clear pattern of corrosion affecting structural and safety-critical parts, such as the suspension arms, brake system, and body panels. While some issues like underseal and headlamp alignment were addressed, corrosion on the rear suspension and sills persisted across multiple MOTs. The 2023-12-07 fail also listed overheating and emissions failures, indicating potential underlying mechanical stress. These issues suggest the vehicle has likely been exposed to harsh environmental conditions or inadequately maintained, accelerating metal degradation. The mileage of 78,191 miles over 20 years equates to roughly 3,910 miles annually, which is low for its age. This could imply periods of inactivity or minimal use, which might exacerbate corrosion if the vehicle was stored without proper protection.