2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · PL09 FBV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improvement over the last three years. The most recent test in September 2025 at 114,552 miles passed with no recorded defects, marking a clean sheet following several mechanical advisories in previous years. This suggests that the current owner has addressed the developing issues flagged by the tester, moving the car from a state of reactive maintenance to a period of defect-free operation. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. Between September 2021 and September 2025, the car covered 31,853 miles, maintaining a steady usage pattern of roughly 8,000 miles per year. This regularity indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation which can dry out seals and degrade rubber components, nor does it show excessive wear from high mileage typical for a Focus of this age. A physical inspection should focus specifically on the front suspension, as the 2022 test at 93,422 miles identified wear on both the nearside and offside lower suspension arm bushes. While these were not flagged in subsequent tests, rubber bushings are common points of failure on this chassis. The buyer should check for any play in the steering or audible knocks over uneven surfaces which indicate further degradation. Additionally, while the 2023 advisory regarding thin front brake pads and worn rear tyres appears resolved, the current depth of the brake material and tyre tread should be verified to ensure the recent maintenance was performed to a high standard.