2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · MF58 TZD

The vehicle currently presents a deteriorating roadworthiness profile following a significant failure in its most recent test in November 2025. While the car maintained clean passes between 2022 and 2024, the latest inspection at 103,676 miles revealed a cascade of mechanical failures across the suspension, braking system, and lighting. This shift from a clean record suggests that the vehicle has reached a stage where age-related component degradation is failing simultaneously, requiring immediate investment to restore basic safety standards. At 18 years old, the recorded 103,676 miles represent a low average of approximately 5,760 miles per year. This low-usage pattern is consistent throughout the history, with a gap of only 6,918 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. However, the low mileage has not prevented the typical wear of rubber and metal components. The data shows a long history of coil springs and suspension bushes failing, which often points to time-related fatigue and environmental exposure despite the low total distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry. The record shows a recurring history of issues with suspension arm bushes and coil springs, with the 2025 failure flagging excessive wear on both front lower arm bushes. The braking system also requires scrutiny, as the 2025 test noted inadequate parking brake efficiency and effort at both rear wheels, mirroring a binding caliper issue noted in 2022. The buyer should verify that the parking brake has been properly adjusted and that the shock absorbers are no longer leaking oil as reported. Additionally, the history indicates a pattern of poor tyre management and alignment issues, with inner edge wear noted in 2014, 2019, 2021, and 2025. This suggests the vehicle's tracking has been neglected over the years. Given the recent failure for defective stop lamps and an inoperative registration lamp, the buyer must ensure all electrical lighting components and lenses have been replaced to meet legal requirements before the next inspection.