2017 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · MD66 NFX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. The latest test on 30 July 2025 at 28,519 miles initially failed due to the offside rear service brake binding excessively. This issue was rectified immediately to allow a clean pass with no further defects recorded, suggesting that the owner addresses specific failures once they are flagged by the tester rather than monitoring components between intervals. The vehicle reflects exceptionally low mileage for its nine-year age, averaging approximately 3,169 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between February 2022 at 16,007 miles and August 2023 at 22,045 miles, where the car covered only six thousand miles over eighteen months. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, such infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and brake hardware as the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the offside rear binding was fully resolved and does not recur. The August 2023 test at 22,045 miles highlighted thin front brake pads, pitted discs, and perishing tyres on both rear corners. These findings are indicative of age-related decay rather than distance-related wear. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking and inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion that has not been cleared away by regular use.