2013 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · SF13 HCX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a recurring pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in January 2026 at 123,348 miles passed with an advisory for a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. This follows a trend where the owner consistently only addresses faults once they trigger a failure or a critical threshold. While the car has passed its last three tests, the frequency of consumable-related failures suggests that maintenance is often deferred until the point of necessity. At 123,348 miles, this thirteen-year-old Ford Focus has covered an average of approximately 9,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage. The mileage accumulation is steady, with a notable jump of 14,836 miles between January 2025 and January 2026, and another 7,644 miles between early 2024 and 2025. This consistent usage pattern avoids long periods of sitting, which helps prevent internal corrosion, but places expected wear on rubber-based suspension components and braking systems throughout the chassis. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear suspension assembly, as the record shows worn lower suspension arm pins and bushes flagged multiple times between 2023 and 2024. These components caused a failure in early 2024 and indicate that the bushings are reaching or past the end of their functional life. The history also shows a history of brake neglect, with thin pads noted in 2018 and 2019, and worn discs recorded in 2023. A physical inspection of the current brake rotors and pads is essential to ensure they are not nearing immediate replacement. Given the previous failure for a nearside front coil spring in 2020, the buyer should also check all springs for signs of fatigue or corrosion. The recurring issues with tyres worn on the edges suggest that the wheel alignment may be neglected, which contributes to premature tyre wear. While the vehicle currently meets the MOT standard, the data implies that the next owner will likely face costs for suspension bushings and braking components in the near future.