2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · SH10 LLJ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 8 June 2026 at 167,792 miles. The maintenance trend appears to be worsening, evidenced by a failed test just three days prior on 5 June 2026. That failure flagged a fractured offside front coil spring, incorrect headlamp aims, a non-functional position lamp, and a tyre worn close to the legal limit. While the vehicle passed the subsequent retest, the sudden appearance of a structural suspension component failure suggests that recent mechanical upkeep has been reactive rather than preventative. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 131,497 miles in April 2019 to 167,792 miles in June 2026. There are no significant periods of long-term standing evident in the data, though the gap between the December 2023 test and the April 2025 test shows a period of roughly 15 months without a recorded inspection, despite the vehicle covering over 7,000 miles in that window. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the suspension and tyre wear patterns. The records show recurring issues with tyre edges, specifically in February 2021, April 2025, and June 2026. This pattern of uneven wear on inner or outer edges strongly suggests underlying issues with wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes and ball joints. The tester noted slight play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint back in January 2022, and the recent fractured coil spring indicates the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. Braking components also require close scrutiny. The December 2023 test noted that front brakes were imbalanced and required adjustment, following a warning about thin rear brake pads in February 2021. Given the age of the vehicle and the history of imbalanced braking, a physical inspection of the calipers, discs, and pad thickness is necessary. Finally, the history of discoloured indicators and headlamp aim issues suggests that electrical connections and light housings may be degrading due to age and environmental exposure.