2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · RV60 LCZ

The 2010 Ford Focus presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT on 12 September 2025 at 47,708 miles passed, but the tester flagged both rear tyres as slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing. This is not a new issue. The same advisory appeared exactly one year prior on 26 September 2024 at 44,249 miles. The failure to replace both rear tyres across two consecutive annual tests suggests basic consumable upkeep was neglected. The trend is stable in terms of passing the test, but worsening in terms of tyre condition and attention to advisories. The 2023 test on 22 September at 40,174 miles also flagged a light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber and a severely deteriorated constant velocity boot on the offside front driveshaft joint. These were advisory items at the time, and the record does not confirm whether they were rectified before the 2024 or 2025 tests, as they were not mentioned again. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 16-year-old vehicle. Between 2021 and 2025, the car accumulated roughly 10,667 miles over four years, averaging around 2,667 miles annually. The jump from 37,041 miles in September 2021 to 47,708 miles by September 2025 is consistent with light, steady use rather than long periods of inactivity. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded mileage. The annual MOT entries are regular and well-spaced, giving confidence that the odometer reading is genuine. Low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain and structural components, but prolonged standing can cause perished rubber bushes, seized brake calipers, and degraded tyres, which aligns with the recurring tyre advisories seen here. A buyer should inspect the rear tyres closely for sidewall cracking, uneven tread depth, and date stamps to confirm age. Tyres over six years old should be replaced regardless of remaining tread. The 2023 advisory regarding the nearside front shock absorber oil misting warrants a physical check for damping effectiveness and any visible fluid residue. The deteriorated offside front driveshaft CV boot, flagged in 2023, may have been replaced given its absence from later records, but the joint itself should be examined for play or clicking under full lock. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust mounting points should be inspected for perishing consistent with a vehicle that has spent extended periods stationary. Brake discs and pads should be measured for wear, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface corrosion and binding calipers from infrequent use. The MOT record confirms the vehicle has remained roadworthy across five consecutive annual tests with no outright failures. However, the repeated tyre advisories and unresolved mechanical notes from 2023 indicate a pattern of minimal intervention rather than proactive maintenance. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on suspension integrity, driveshaft joints, and the condition of all rubber components. The low mileage is a genuine advantage, but only if the car has been driven regularly enough to keep moving parts lubricated and seals pliable.