2022 Ford Focus ST-Line Vignale Mhev 1.0L Petrol · SP22 KMM

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 3 September 2025 resulted in a pass, which is a positive indicator of the vehicle's roadworthiness. However, the test recorded two advisories relating to the front tyres, specifically noting that both the nearside and offside front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and exhibited edge wear. While these were advisory items at the time rather than failures, they represent wear patterns that warrant attention before the next MOT. The previous test on 12 September 2024 was a clean pass with no defects recorded, suggesting the tyre wear progressed over the intervening twelve months. Overall, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable, though the emergence of front axle tyre wear advisories indicates that suspension geometry, corner weights, or driving style may be influencing premature edge wear on the front tyres, which are the driven and steering wheels on this particular variant. The vehicle is approximately four years old with a recorded mileage of 24,394 miles, translating to an annual average of around 6,098 miles. This figure sits within typical expectations for a privately owned family hatchback of this age and indicates consistent, moderate usage rather than prolonged periods of standing or excessively high mileage accumulation. Such usage patterns are generally favourable from a mechanical longevity perspective, as regular running helps keep mechanical seals lubricated, prevents brake disc corrosion from setting in, and maintains battery charge. The mileage progression between MOT entries also appears consistent, with no significant gaps suggesting extended periods off the road, which reduces the likelihood of standing-related deterioration such as moisture ingress, flat spots on tyres from static loading, or seized brake calipers. Given the advisory items recorded at the most recent MOT, particular attention should be directed to the front tyres during a pre-purchase inspection. Edge wear on both front tyres typically points to issues such as incorrect wheel alignment, worn suspension components including track rod ends, wishbone bushes, or droplinks, or potentially under-inflation over an extended period. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension when traversing speed cushions or uneven surfaces, and feel for vagueness or pulling in the steering, which could indicate worn steering or suspension linkages. Inspect the sidewalls of all four tyres for perishing or cracking, as even low-mileage tyres can degrade with age, and verify that the front pair have been replaced since the September 2025 test, as tyres at the legal limit would not be expected to last another twelve months. The wheels themselves should be checked for kerbing damage, which can both accelerate tyre wear and indicate careless prior usage. Beyond the advisory items, a vehicle of this age and specification warrants standard age-related inspections regardless of its clean MOT record. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as batteries typically begin to lose cranking capacity after four to five years, and the stop-start system, which operates frequently on this mild-hybrid variant, places additional demands on battery health. Brake discs and calipers should be examined for any signs of corrosion or binding, particularly given that some standing time may have occurred during the winter months. The mild-hybrid system components, including the belt-driven integrated starter-generator and associated 48V electrical architecture, should be verified as functioning correctly, with no warning lights present on the dashboard. Finally, verify that the service history is complete and stamped at the correct intervals, check the condition and age of all fluids including brake fluid, coolant, and transmission oil, and confirm that the timing belt or chain service interval, if applicable to this 1.0-litre EcoBoost unit, has been observed to ensure continued mechanical reliability.