2017 Ford Focus 2.0L Diesel · R55 YEW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a minor shift toward reactive electrical repairs. The most recent test in January 2026 at 53,530 miles resulted in a pass despite a minor failure regarding a non-obligatory central stop lamp. This repeats a fault from the January 2025 test, indicating a recurring lack of attention to secondary lighting bulb replacements prior to the annual inspection. The mileage profile reflects consistently low usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Data shows steady progression of roughly 4,000 to 5,000 miles between each annual test from 2022 through 2026. The period between 2022 and 2024 showed no recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle remained in a stable mechanical state during those years. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, but can also lead to rubber component degradation or seizing if the car has spent long periods stationary. A buyer should personally inspect the front tyres specifically, as the 2025 test flagged both the nearside and offside front tyres as worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. This pattern often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require verification to prevent further premature scrubbing. Given the recurring stop lamp failure, a thorough check of the wiring and bulb sockets is warranted to ensure the fault is not intermittent beyond a simple replacement.