2018 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · LP18 KYJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. In the most recent test in July 2025 at 23,636 miles, the car initially failed due to critical structural failures in all four tyres and worn rear brake pads. While it passed the following day after these repairs, the recurring nature of tyre-related defects and brake pad wear across multiple years suggests that the owner only addressed faults once they reached a legal failure threshold. At 23,636 miles over eight years, this Ford Focus has covered significantly less average mileage, averaging roughly 3,000 miles per year. This low usage explains the unexpected degradation of rubber components but also raises concerns regarding long periods of stationary time. The record shows a consistent gap of approximately 3,000 to 4,000 miles between annual tests from 2022 to 2025. However, the perishing of tyres noted in 2025 is a classic symptom of a vehicle that sits for long durations, leading to dry rot and cracking despite low tread depth. A buyer must inspect the current condition of all tyres, as the 2025 failure indicated the entire set suffered from structural separation and perishing. The history shows rear brake pads were flagged as thin in 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating the rear braking system is under constant load or the calipers are sticking due to infrequent use. Given the low mileage, a physical inspection should also check for surface corrosion on the brake discs and ensure that the suspension bushes have not perished or seized, which frequently occurs on vehicles that are driven infrequently.