2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · ML14 XHZ

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent successful inspection. The MOT test conducted in April 2025 at 113,339 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that previous mechanical issues have been addressed. This represents a significant improvement over the February 2021 test where the car initially failed due to severely worn brake pads and an illegally low tyre tread. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,445 miles per year. There is a notable four-year data gap between the February 2021 test at 81,093 miles and the April 2025 test at 113,339 miles, during which the vehicle covered over 32,000 miles. This interval suggests regular-term use, though the lack of annual records during that period obscures the history of routine maintenance intervals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and front-end suspension components. While the 2021 failure for thin front brake pads suggests the previous owner occasionally neglected consumable items until failure occurred, the current state of the discs and calipers needs verification to ensure no binding or uneven wear remains. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the control arm bushes and coil springs is necessary, as these are common points of degradation on this model as it exceeds 100,000 miles.