2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · VE15 CEJ

The 2015 Ford Focus presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 23 July 2025 at 100,186 miles with zero defects recorded. This is the first completely advisory-free result in the five-test history. Earlier corrosion advisories on rear suspension arms and the anti-roll bar, noted in July 2023, appear to have been addressed, as no related defects reappeared in the subsequent two annual tests. The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate through late July 2026. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,108 miles per year is entirely typical for an eleven-year-old family hatchback. The annual test intervals show consistent yearly progression from 54,368 miles in May 2021 through to 100,186 miles in July 2025, with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps that would suggest long periods of disuse or clocking concerns. The data set is clean and continuous, covering five successive test cycles without missing entries. Despite the recent clean result, the 2023 corrosion advisories on rear suspension arms and the rear anti-roll bar warrant a close physical inspection. Corrosion in these load-bearing components can return, particularly on a vehicle approaching 101,000 miles. A buyer should examine the rear subframe mounting points, trailing arm bushes, and anti-roll bar links for fresh surface rust or any signs of structural weakening. The 2024 advisory on front brake pads wearing thin also suggests the vehicle has been driven in a manner that consumes consumables steadily. Inspect the remaining front pad material thickness and check the inner edges of the front discs for uneven wear or lipping, which would indicate the calipers are functioning correctly after the pad replacement. The 2021 advisory regarding nearside rear tyre wear on the edge points to possible tracking or rear suspension geometry issues that may have been corrected during subsequent service work. A buyer should verify the tread depth and wear pattern across all four tyres, paying particular attention to the inner shoulders of the rear pair. Given the age and mileage, a thorough inspection of all suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorber condition is advisable to confirm the long-term integrity of the repairs made after the 2023 advisories.