2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · RE17 MDF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in preventative care regarding consumable items. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 87,762 miles passed, it resulted in multiple advisories regarding tyre condition and a deteriorated registration plate. This follows a pattern seen in previous years where issues were often identified only upon reaching legal limits or failure thresholds rather than being addressed prior to the inspection. The mileage profile is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,750 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between October 2022 and February 2024, during which the vehicle covered over 11,600 miles. Since the 2024 failure at 73,312 miles, the car has maintained a steady usage of roughly 7,200 miles over the following two years. This suggests regular, moderate-distance use, which accounts for the consistent wear observed on the rubber and plastic components. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres, as the history shows a recurring issue with uneven wear, cuts reaching the ply cords, and signs of cracking or perishing. The nearside front tyre was specifically noted as worn on the edge in two separate tests, which may indicate an alignment or way geometry issue requiring investigation. Additionally, the rear registration plate is deteriorating and requires replacement to ensure full compliance with legibility standards. Furthermore, the 2024 failure due to a pressure monitoring light and obstructions in the driver's view suggests that internal maintenance and dashboard warnings have been overlooked by previous owners. While no structural corrosion or mechanical failures have been recorded in recent years, the buyer should focus on the state of the suspension bushes and the integrity of the braking system to ensure the recurring wear patterns are not masking deeper underlying mechanical faults.