2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · WM14 GTY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred suspension and steering component repairs. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 122,062 miles passed, it introduced a new advisory regarding play in the offside front steering rack inner joint. This represents a progression from the nearside front ball joint issues noted in June 2023, suggesting that the front suspension geometry is reaching the end of its service life and requires proactive attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Records show a steady accumulation of roughly 8,800 miles between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 7,500 miles leading up to the most-recent test in July 2025. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not sat idle, but the failures in 2023 and 2024 indicate that the owner only addresses faults upon inspection failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear chassis and suspension for ongoing corrosion. The trailing arm bushes have been flagged as worn in three consecutive tests since 2023, and the rear anti-roll bar was noted as corroded in the July 2025 test. Furthermore, the front coil springs showed corrosion at the base in 2024, which should be monitored for structural fractures. Given the recurring nature of the worn bushes and steering joints, a thorough physical check of the entire steering and suspension assembly is necessary to determine the immediate cost of required repairs.