2016 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · MV16 FYR

The 2016 Ford Focus holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 2026-06-11 at 227,942 miles, following a failure just three days prior on 2026-06-08. The maintenance trend is currently stable but fragile. The most recent failure was rectified promptly, yet the underlying pattern reveals a vehicle that has repeatedly failed on the same category of defect, suggesting reactive rather than preventative maintenance. A clean pass on 2025-03-14 at 214,030 miles and another on 2024-08-16 at 203,469 miles show the car can achieve a clear bill of health, but the recurrence of specific faults between tests indicates underlying wear issues are not being addressed proactively. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 22,794 miles per year. The record shows a jump of roughly 13,912 miles between the March 2025 test at 214,030 miles and the June 2026 test at 227,942 miles, representing significant use in just over a year. This pace of accumulation accelerates wear on consumable components, particularly tyres, drivetrain boots, and braking systems. The sparse testing history, with only three recorded tests across 2024 and 2025, leaves gaps in visibility over the vehicle's recent mechanical condition. The recurring failure item is the nearside front constant velocity boot, flagged as split or insecure in both the March 2025 and June 2026 failures. This is a critical protective component; once compromised, dirt ingress accelerates joint wear and can lead to costly driveshaft replacement if left unattended. The fact that this defect appeared, was repaired or replaced, and then the car passed three days later suggests a quick fix rather than a thorough inspection of the opposite side or remaining drivetrain. A buyer should inspect both inner and outer CV boots carefully, checking for fresh grease splatter indicating a recent split, and assess the nearside front tyre condition given the repeated advisory on tread wear close to the legal limit. Beyond the flagged items, the high annual mileage demands close attention to suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, which degrade faster under sustained heavy use. Brake discs and pads should be measured for wear, and the exhaust system checked for corrosion given the vehicle's age and mileage. The nearside front tyre wear pattern, noted as worn on the edge, hints at possible tracking misalignment or worn suspension geometry components that a buyer should verify before purchase.