2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · LO66 VML

The vehicle achieved a PASS at its most recent MOT test on 18 February 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that at the time of examination the car met all statutory roadworthiness requirements. Evaluating the trajectory of the recent test history, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable with a single isolated failure event in January 2025. That test produced a Major defect for a missing offside front road wheel fixing, which is an immediate safety non-compliance rather than an indication of mechanical deterioration, and the vehicle was subsequently presented and passed on the same date after rectification. The advisory items captured at that time and during the January 2025 PASS related exclusively to brake component condition, pointing to routine wear progression rather than any systemic or structural concern, and the clean February 2026 result suggests those advisories were subsequently addressed through maintenance or replacement. Against an age of approximately nine years, the recorded mileage of 106,841 miles equates to an annualised usage of around 11,871 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this profile and suggests consistent, regular driving rather than extended periods of standing or unusually high accumulation. The MOT record shows annual tests from 2020 through 2026 with broadly consistent year-on-year intervals, supporting the inference of steady use. There are no significant unexplained gaps in testing or sudden mileage jumps that would warrant suspicion of clocking or prolonged inactivity. This pattern is mechanically favourable, as regular use tends to preserve drivetrain lubrication, prevent brake seizure from corrosion, and maintain battery charge, while still producing the predictable wear on consumable items expected at this mileage band. Reviewing the recurring advisory items in detail, the brake-related notations across the 2025 tests warrant close attention from a prospective buyer. The advisories noted worn, pitted, or scored condition on both front brake discs, the nearside rear brake disc, and the offside rear brake disc, alongside a note that front brake pads were wearing thin. Pitting and scoring on brake discs typically arises from normal pad wear over high mileage, often exacerbated by infrequent heavy braking or light-use corrosion, and progression leads to reduced braking efficiency, potential brake shudder under load, and increased stopping distances. A test drive should therefore include several moderate to firm stops from higher speeds, listening for any grinding, squeal, or pulsation through the brake pedal, and the buyer should request evidence of disc and pad replacement if the advisories have not been addressed. It is also prudent to inspect the wheels and callipers visually for any signs of binding, uneven pad wear, or fluid leaks from the hydraulic system, and to confirm that all four road wheel fixings are present and correctly torque-applied, given the prior failure in this specific area. The 2021 advisory entries concerning nearside front tyre cracking or perishing and both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit are also relevant for a vehicle now nine years old. Tyre sidewall perishing progresses with age regardless of tread depth, and a vehicle of this vintage should have its current tyres carefully inspected for hairline cracks, dry rot, or sidewall bulging, particularly if the originals remain fitted. Additionally, given the calendar age of the car, the buyer should verify the service history for time-based replacement of brake fluid, coolant, and the timing belt or chain service interval if applicable, inspect the 12V battery for holding charge, and examine the underbody and suspension components for corrosion or worn bushes, as these are typical age-related concerns even on well-maintained examples.