2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · MW62 XDD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates reactive rather than proactive ownership. While it passed the most recent test on 11 August 2025 at 86,470 miles, it failed that same day due to multiple safety defects including brake pipes, tyres, and a deteriorated CV boot. The trend shows a recurring pattern where components are only addressed after reaching a point of failure, evidenced by consecutive failures in 2023 and 2025. The mileage profile is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle averaging approximately 6,650 miles per year. Between August 2023 (71,981 miles) and August 2024 (78,619 miles), the car covered roughly 6,600 miles, followed by another 7,850 miles in the final year. This relatively low annual usage suggests light commuting but has not prevented age-related degradation of rubber components and metalwork, as seen in the persistent advisories and faults requiring immediate attention. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking system, as both nearside and offside brake pipes have been flagged for corrosion and greasecontamination since at least August 2024. This recurring issue is concerning as the grease often indicates an attempt to hide surface rust, which can lead to sudden hydraulic line failure. Additionally, the offside inner drive shaft CV boot was severely deteriorated in the 2025 test; this should be checked for grease leakage and potential damage to the joint itself. The history shows that front tyres and brake components frequently reach legal limits before being replaced, suggesting a lack of scheduled preventative maintenance. The exhaust mounting was previously noted as loose in 2023 and should be verified as fully secure now. Given the age of the vehicle and the specific faults recorded, an inspection of the underbody for structural corrosion is essential to ensure that the rust reported on theので lines has not spread to critical members.