2013 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · SAX 24Y

The vehicle has a current roadworthiness status of failing, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-09-11 failing on 50,843 miles. This indicates a significant maintenance gap relative to the vehicle's age, as the first failure occurred in September 2025, which is only three months prior to today, suggesting a lack of regular upkeep. The test results show a clear deterioration trend: the September 2025 failure is followed by a September 2024 test on a lower mileage of 50,541 miles, which is a gap of approximately 300 miles between the two most recent assessments. This pattern suggests that the vehicle has not been maintained for a full year or two since the most recent MOT, which is a critical indicator of potential structural issues. The mileage data reveals a distinct gap between the 2025 and 2024 tests, with the vehicle having accumulated roughly 300 miles since the most recent check. Given that the vehicle is only about 13 years old, this gap is significant enough to warrant attention, as it implies that the vehicle has not been serviced for a full period since the last MOT. The mileage accumulation during this gap is likely due to the vehicle's age and usage, which can accelerate wear on suspension components, brakes, and drivetrain parts. The lack of a full year of maintenance history means that the vehicle may be operating outside the recommended service intervals, which could lead to accelerated failure of critical systems. In conclusion, the vehicle requires immediate and thorough inspection, particularly of the suspension and braking systems, which were flagged in the 2022 test as having a nearside nail and cracked or perishing tyres. Given the recent failure in September 2025, the vehicle should be checked for binding brakes and worn-out suspension bushings before a buyer proceeds with purchase. The history indicates that the vehicle has not been maintained for a full year since the most recent MOT, which is a major red flag for structural integrity and potential future failure. A buyer must be advised to visit the owner immediately to address these issues and obtain a valid MOT before the vehicle is sold.