2017 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · SB67 SDB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in January 2026 at 38,283 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the most recent failure indicates a lapse in pre-test inspections. The car failed in early January 2026 due to a non-functional horn and a perished nearside rear tyre, both of which were rectified for the retest four days later. This suggests the owner addresses faults when prompted by official testing rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,250 miles per year. There is a significant gap between the 22,669 miles recorded in January 2024 and 31,088 miles in December 2024, representing over 8,400 miles driven in nearly eleven months. While the low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of rubber-based parts degrading. The record confirms this through recurring issues with tyre perishing, which occurs through age regardless of the distance driven. A buyer should specifically inspect the tyres for signs of dry rot and cracking on the sidewalls, as this fault has appeared in 2023 and 2026. Because the vehicle likely sits for long periods, a physical inspection must check for brake disc surface corrosion and potentially seized calipers, which are common in low-mileage cars. The history shows no structural corrosion or major mechanical failures, but the recurring horn failure suggests that basic electrical and minor consumables may be overlooked by the previous keeper.