2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · OD02 ASH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear components. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 109,702 miles, it failed the initial inspection that day due to multiple recurring defects. The persistence of suspension bushing wear and exhaust shield instability across both the 2025 and 2026 tests suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults when necessary to pass the MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical use for this age, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year over its thirteen-year life. The car covered 6,165 miles between the January 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 4,931 miles leading into the 2026 inspection. This steady usage indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary, but the accumulation of faults at the 110,000-mile mark suggests that rubber and metal components are reaching the end of their functional life cycles due to fatigue. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underside to assess the extent of the corrosion which has been flagged for three consecutive years. The tester noted worn suspension arm pins and perished nearside rear trailing arm bushes that will eventually lead to handling instability and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. Furthermore, the exhaust heat shields require attention for structural integrity, as they have remained loose at all fixings. Given the history of deep tyre damage and cuts recorded in 2025, the current condition of the rubber should be verified during a test run to ensure no new structural ply damage exists.