2015 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · WM15 MLK

The 2015 Ford Focus presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile, culminating in a clean pass on 27 May 2025 at 94,620 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is broadly improving. A same-day failure for mismatched front tyres was rectified immediately, and the subsequent 2024 test also passed cleanly. The only notable blemish was a 2024 pre-test failure for a cut offside rear tyre reaching the cords, a consumable issue promptly resolved before the pass. No structural, suspension, braking, or emissions defects appear anywhere in the record, suggesting the car has been kept in sound mechanical order. Mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The recorded 94,620 miles equates to roughly 8,600 miles per year, a normal annual figure. Progression is steady: 82,050 miles in June 2023, 89,457 miles in June 2024, and 94,620 miles by May 2025, indicating approximately 5,000 to 7,000 miles per year in recent use. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, and the vehicle appears to have been driven regularly rather than left standing for extended periods. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer should still inspect the tyre condition and wheel alignment carefully. Two separate tyre-related failures in consecutive years, a mismatched pair on the front axle and a deep cut exposing cords on the rear, suggest the previous owner may have been slow to spot or replace damaged rubber. Check all four tyres for uneven wear, sidewall damage, and date codes, particularly if the car has spent time on rough or poorly maintained roads. The front axle mismatch also warrants a brief check of the suspension bushes and tracking, as uneven tyre wear can sometimes point to worn tracking components even if no advisory was flagged. Beyond tyres, the Focus has no recurring mechanical or structural concerns on record. Still, a brief underbody inspection for corrosion, especially around the subframe, sills, and rear suspension mounting points, is sensible for a car of this age. Test the brakes for any pulling or binding, and listen for knocks from the front suspension over speed bumps, as these are common wear points on the Mk3 Focus. The MOT record is clean and the mileage pattern is healthy, but a short pre-purchase inspection remains the sensible final step.