2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · MF64 KLE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a transition from clean records to emerging mechanical wear. The most recent test in August 2025 at 74,123 miles identified significant wear on both the nearside and offside rear suspension arm pins or bushes. While these did not result in a failure, they indicate the beginning of degradation in the rear suspension assembly that was entirely absent from the clean reports recorded over the previous three years. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Between September 2022 and August 2025, the car covered 9,090 miles, moving from 65,033 to 74,123 miles. This steady progression suggests the vehicle has seen light annual use rather than heavy long-distance commuting. The gap between the September 2022 failure and the subsequent pass shows the owner was proactive in addressing emission issues and lighting defects once identified. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear suspension to assess the extent of the bushing wear noted in 2025. Since the tester flagged worn bushes on both sides, the buyer should check for play in the trailing arms and listen for knocks over uneven surfaces. The 2022 failure regarding exhaust emissions was resolved, but monitoring for blue smoke or erratic performance remains prudent to ensure the system remains stable. Given the low annual mileage, the primary concerns are age-related rubber component perish and potential corrosion rather than high-mile mechanical failure.