2006 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · LS55 DSO

A history of age-related rubber degradation and suspension wear defines this vehicle, although the most recent test on 2026-05-13 was a clean pass. Between 2019 and 2021, the record shows a recurring pattern of perishing tyres and worn suspension components, specifically oil misting and limited damping on the offside front shock absorbers alongside worn lower suspension arm bushes. While the vehicle suffered a failure in 2019 due to an incorrect indicator colour, the overall trend indicates a period of multiple concurrent wear-and-tear issues that have not appeared on the most recent certificate. The recorded mileage of 22,408 miles over approximately 20 years represents an exceptionally low annual average of roughly 1,120 miles. This usage profile suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods stationary, which is mechanically reflected in the historical advisories for perishing tyres and worn bushes resulting from age rather than operational wear. There is also a notable gap in the testing record between June 2022 and May 2026, indicating the vehicle may have been off the road for nearly four years. A physical inspection should focus heavily on the front suspension and braking system. Given the previous flags for worn lower suspension arm bushes and oil misting on the offside front shock absorbers, a test drive should be used to listen for knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed steering manoeuvres. The 2022 advisory regarding the parking brake just meeting requirements warrants a check of the handbrake's holding power on an incline to ensure the mechanism has not seized or lost efficiency during the vehicle's period of inactivity. The repeated advisories for perishing tyres on both the offside front and nearside rear indicate a susceptibility to sidewall cracking associated with low mileage and long-term standing. A thorough inspection of all current tyre sidewalls for similar cracking is necessary, regardless of the remaining tread depth. Finally, the 2019 failure for an incorrect indicator colour suggests a previous modification or incorrect part replacement; verify that all external lighting is standard and functioning correctly to ensure compliance.