2019 Ford Focus 1.5L Petrol · M3 GGY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in February 2026 at 23,762 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than preventative care. While the car passed the latest test, the failure in February 2025 indicates a significant lapse in brake maintenance that was only addressed after an inspection failure. The subsequent pass in early 2026 suggests the owner is now performing only the minimum repairs necessary to maintain a valid certificate. At seven years old, the recorded mileage of 23,762 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent with the wear patterns observed in the record. Between February 2024 and February 2025, the vehicle covered only 3,638 miles. However, low mileage often leads to specific issues such as corrosion on brake discs and scoring due to a lack of heat and friction to clear surface rust, which explains the pitting noted during the 2025 failure. A buyer should focus closely on the offside front windscreen, which has been a recurring defect since at least 2023. Despite being flagged as not adversely affecting the driver's view, it remained unrepaired for three years, suggesting a disregard for minor cosmetic repairs. Additionally, the 2024 test identified play in the offside front track rod end. While this may have been replaced, a physical inspection of the steering linkage is necessary to ensure no further wear has developed in the suspension components. The February 2025 failure for thin rear brake pads and pitted discs across both axles highlights that the braking system was neglected until it reached a critical state. The buyer must verify the current state of the discs and pads to ensure the replacement parts were not of poor quality. Given the low annual mileage, the inspector should also check for cracking in rubber components and flat spotting on tyres, which frequently occur when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods without regular use.