2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · PF15 KCJ

The most recent MOT on 2025-06-13 confirmed the 2015 Ford Focus passed with 117,519 miles, but a prior inspection just 24 hours earlier on 2025-06-12 revealed a critical failure: the anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning lamp indicated an ABS fault (1.6 (b)). This suggests a potential safety risk related to braking performance, which must be resolved before the vehicle is driven. The failure highlights a specific defect requiring immediate attention. The MOT history shows a mixed pattern of issues. The 2022 MOT recorded tyre wear defects, including uneven tread on all four tyres, but subsequent inspections in 2023 and 2024 passed without issues. The 2025 ABS fault is the first major safety-related defect since 2022, indicating a shift in risk factors. While the latest MOT passed, the proximity of the failure to the subsequent pass raises questions about whether the ABS issue was resolved or if the vehicle was driven without a functioning system. The vehicle’s mileage of 117,519 miles over 11 years equates to roughly 10,684 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for its age. This suggests no extreme under-use or heavy wear, but it also means components like brakes, suspension, and the drivetrain have likely experienced normal aging. The ABS fault and past tyre wear point to potential maintenance gaps, though no recurring issues beyond these are documented.