2015 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · MK65 FDO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following its most recent test in May 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward structural and alignment concerns. While it passed the inspection, the tester identified corrosion on the sub-frame that has not yet reached the threshold of structural failure but marks the beginning of significant degradation. This follows a failure in May 2025 due to an inoperative engine management light, suggesting that electrical or sensor issues were addressed immediately before the subsequent pass. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,120 miles per year. Between September 2023 and May 2026, the car covered 18,490 miles, indicating a steady and moderate usage profile. The gap of 1,744 miles recorded between the September 2024 and May 2025 tests shows a period of higher activity compared to other intervals, though the low overall mileage suggests the drivetrain and engine components have likely faced less mechanical stress than a high-mileage example. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the sub-frame to assess the extent of the reported corrosion, as this component is critical to suspension integrity and requires monitoring. The recurring reports of inner edge wear on the front tyres, noted in both September 2024 and May 2026, indicate a persistent wheel alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. This trend will lead to premature tyre replacement if the underlying geometry fault is not corrected. Additionally, verify that the engine management light now functions correctly to ensure the 2025 failure was properly rectified rather than merely cleared.