2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · LL14 AYG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical neglect. While it passed the most recent February 2026 test at 102,781 miles, it failed just one day prior due to a critical electrical wiring fault where the ECU was hanging. The presence of recurring corrosion on the subframe and brake pipes across the 2026 entries suggests that the previous owners are addressing only the minimum requirements to pass the test rather than performing preventative maintenance against rust. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of 10,714 miles between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 4,331 miles between February 2025 and February 2026. This regular usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which explains the progressive degradation of rubber components like the fractured offside front coil spring noted in the February 2024 failure. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the subframe and the condition of the braking system. The tester flagged corroded brake pipes covered in grease in early 2026, which is often a tactic used to hide advanced decay from an inspector. The buyer should examine the front brake discs which were noted pitted and scored, and ensure the subframe corrosion has not reached a point of perforation. Additionally, the oil leak reported in early 2024 requires a close look at the engine bay to ensure it has not escalated into a significant leak.