2016 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · SL16 HPJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension and tyre management. While it passed the most August 2025 test at 56,993 miles, the tester flagged multiple issues including uneven tyre wear and an inoperative reverse light. This follows a pattern established in 2023 and 2024 where thinning front brake pads and consistently worn rear tyres were noted as advisories across consecutive inspections. At 56,993 miles, this 2016 Ford Focus has clocked low mileage, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. The mileage accumulation is remarkably steady, with only 1,563 miles driven recorded between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. However, the low usage appears to have resulted in neglect of preventative maintenance, evidenced by reports of perishing sidewalls and aging tyre rubber in the 2024 record. The failure in August 2022 at 43,889 miles due to an inoperative engine management light suggests a past electrical or sensor fault that was rectified. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry. The recurring reports of tyres wearing specifically on the inside edges across 2023, 2024, and 2025 indicate a persistent misalignment issue, worn control arm bushes, or faulty dampers. The buyer should also check the brake system thoroughly, as the history shows thinning front pads flagged in two consecutive years. Given the reports of perishing rubber and low mileage, the condition of all rubber components and tyres should be verified for age-related cracking despite the tread depth.