2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · SH60 GVM

The 2010 Ford Focus has demonstrated consistent MOT compliance over the past three test cycles, with the most recent inspection on 31 July 2025—just under a year ago—confirming no defects and a clean pass. This suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a baseline standard, though the absence of advisories or recurring faults does not preclude underlying wear. The July 2023 record is unusual, showing a duplicate pass date with no defects noted, which may indicate a clerical anomaly rather than mechanical issues. Overall, the trend is stable, but the lack of advisories in prior tests means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or structural integrity have not been explicitly cleared by a tester. The recorded mileage of 123,977 miles at the time of the most recent MOT reflects an average of approximately 7,750 miles per year over its lifetime, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in service intervals or abrupt mileage jumps—from 90,823 miles in July 2022 to 97,737 miles in July 2023, the vehicle accumulated roughly 6,900 miles in a year, a rate that remained consistent through to 2025. While this suggests moderate usage, the lack of service records beyond MOTs means wear on high-friction components like brake pads, clutch (if manual), or timing belt (if applicable) cannot be confirmed. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which are common failure points in this model. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as repeated failures on tread depth (if any had occurred) would have been noted. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, is a high-risk area for this age of vehicle, even if not previously tested. Finally, the exhaust system should be examined for leaks or excessive rust, as emissions-related failures are often the first sign of neglected maintenance.