2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · MK14 ABO

The 2014 Ford Focus passed its most recent MOT on 18 December 2025 at 89,927 miles, leaving it roadworthy with only minor advisories. The maintenance trend shows a resolving pattern after a poor 2024 result, though underlying corrosion now warrants monitoring. The prior owner corrected all failure items before the late-2025 test, but the sub-frame corrosion and tyre damage logged then suggest deferred cosmetic and consumable care. Recorded mileage rose from 65,290 in January 2023 to 72,172 by December 2023, then to 81,033 at the December 2024 failure, reaching 89,927 a year later. That averages roughly 7,500 miles per year across the record, typical for a twelve-year-old car. No large gaps or sudden accumulation appear; the clean 2023 pass and sparse advisory history before 2024 indicate light, steady use with basic servicing until brake and tyre neglect surfaced at the end of 2024. The December 2024 failure exposed worn and pitted front brake discs, thin front pads, binding near-side front service brake, and both front tyres below 1.6mm. A buyer should confirm the discs and pads were replaced properly and check the caliper slide for the earlier binding fault. The off-side front shock showed light oil misting in both 2024 tests; inspect for progression to leakage or ride degradation. The rear sub-frame carried corrosion advisories at the 2025 test, not yet serious. Examine the sub-frame, sills, and suspension mounts for structural rust before purchase. The damaged off-side upper engine mounting from January 2023 and the stone-chipped windscreen from December 2025 also deserve a physical check for excess wear or vision obstruction.