2017 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · RE67 FVH

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 88,649 miles was a pass, it flagged both the nearside front and offside rear tyres as reaching the legal limit with uneven wear. This follows a pattern from previous years where components are only addressed once they approach failure during inspection, rather than being replaced during routine service intervals. The mileage progression is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,850 miles per year. There is a significant jump of 21,680 miles recorded between December 2023 and December 2025, indicating a period of higher usage compared to the earlier years where only 11,400 miles were covered. This increase in usage naturally places higher stress on the suspension and braking systems, which is evidenced by the recurring issues with wear-related components noted in the record. A buyer must prioritize a close inspection of the rear suspension geometry. The tester flagged corroded rear coil springs in both December 2023 at 47,827 miles and again in 2024 at 69,509 miles, suggesting these parts were not replaced despite the initial advisory or that the corrosion is progressing. Furthermore, the distorted offside rear road wheel noted in November 2021 indicates a history of impact that may have caused persistent alignment issues, likely contributing to the uneven tyre wear observed in the most recent MOT test. The braking system also requires verification as the record shows thin brake pads on both axles in late 2023. Given the mileage covered since that test, the buyer should check the brake discs for thinning or scoring and ensure the pads have sufficient life remaining. The recurring nature of tyre wear on the edges suggests that a professional wheel alignment is necessary upon purchase to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.