2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · SM65 YBW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 12 March 2026 at 120,743 miles. The maintenance trend appears remarkably stable, as the car has consistently secured passes without recorded defects over the last three years. The technical failures recorded immediately prior to the passes in 2025 and 2026 suggest minor administrative or consumable issues that were rectified quickly, rather than a pattern of escalating mechanical failure. The mileage progression is consistent with typical usage for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between the 2024 test at 93,829 miles and the 2025 test at 106,888 miles, the car covered 12,959 miles, followed by another 13,855 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 test. This regular interval indicates a vehicle driven consistently, which helps prevent internal corrosion and seal degradation associated with long periods of standing. While the MOT record is clean of advisories, a buyer should focus on high-mileage components common to the Focus of this age. At over 120,000 miles, physical inspection of the suspension arm bushes and coil springs is essential, as these often perish before failing an MOT. The buyer should also check the brake discs for thinning and inspect the calipers for binding, as the MOT only tests for a minimum safety threshold. Given the consistent history of passes, the structural integrity appears to be well-maintained, but the underbody should still be checked for surface corrosion on the rear arches and exhaust mounts.