2017 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · SC17 VBJ

Most recent MOT outcome The latest MOT on 2 June 2026 shows a PASS at 78 520 mi, but the same day a failure was recorded at 78 513 mi for several front‑end items: both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit, the front brake discs were “significantly and obviously worn”, the service brake pressure was fluctuating, and a heat‑shield was loose. The subsequent PASS indicates those faults were remedied before the re‑test. Recurring mechanical pattern The only recurring theme in the MOT history is front‑end wear. The 2023 test noted steering rack play and a minor oil leak, but those items have not re‑appeared in later tests. The 2026 failure highlights that the front tyres and brake discs have reached the end of their service life, which is typical wear for a vehicle with just under 80 000 mi. Trend analysis From 2023 to 2025 the MOTs were clean, with no recorded defects. The 2023 steering rack play was a one‑off advisory that has not resurfaced. The 2026 failure and immediate remedial work suggest a short‑term issue rather than a deteriorating long‑term trend. Overall the vehicle’s condition appears stable , with the most recent problem being consumable wear that has already been addressed. Mileage versus age At roughly 8 700 mi per year, the Focus sits squarely in the average usage band for a nine‑year‑old car.