2013 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · SY13 MBX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 82,624 miles passed, it introduced advisories regarding tyre condition, specifically an offside rear tyre worn to the limit and a perished nearside rear tyre. This represents a shift from the clean record seen in 2025, suggesting that consumable items are only being addressed once they reach a failure point. At 82,624 miles over thirteen years, the Focus has covered a consistent average of approximately 6,350 miles per year. This figure aligns with typical light usage patterns. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 2,000 miles recorded between the February 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 2,000 miles since the 2025 inspection. This regularity suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, though the low mileage means rubber components naturally age despite the relatively low distance travelled. A buyer should pay close attention to the wheel assemblies, as the tester flagged a noisy offside front wheel bearing in 2022 and a noisy nearside front wheel bearing in 2023. While these do not appear in later tests, the recurring nature of bearing faults suggests potential wear in the hubs. The exhaust system also shows a history of degradation, with a tailpipe leak noted in 2023 and a front exhaust leak identified in 2024. A physical inspection is required to ensure these leaks were properly rectified and that corrosion is not compromising the exhaust manifold or mounting hangers.