2015 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · WR15 BFE

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 3 February 2026, but the overall maintenance trend is concerning and appears to be worsening. While the 2024 inspection was entirely clean, subsequent tests reveal a pattern of neglected maintenance, culminating in two separate failures in early 2026 due to excessive carbon monoxide emissions. The transition from a clean record to multiple advisories and major failures suggests a decline in the vehicle's mechanical upkeep and a reactive rather than proactive approach to servicing. With 95,109 recorded miles over eleven years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,646 miles per year. This represents typical usage for a car of this vintage, meaning it has avoided the risks associated with both excessive high-mileage wear and the degradation caused by long periods of standing. At this mileage, the buyer should expect standard wear on consumables, but the specific history suggests that maintenance has not kept pace with this typical usage. A critical area for inspection is the exhaust and emissions system. The repeated failures for carbon monoxide levels, combined with a recorded exhaust leak and a bent tailpipe, indicate potential issues with the catalytic converter, oxygen sensors, or the engine's fueling system. During a test drive, listen for an unusually loud exhaust note or a rasping sound, and check for the smell of unburnt fuel or exhaust gases entering the cabin. The presence of a TPMS warning and a fuel light advisory further indicates a lack of attention to the vehicle's onboard monitoring systems. There are significant concerns regarding the chassis and running gear. The recurrent advisories for inner edge tyre wear on both the nearside and offside front tyres strongly suggest a misalignment of the tracking or worn suspension bushes and ball joints. Inspect the front tyres for uneven wear and listen for clunks or knocks when turning the steering wheel at low speeds. Furthermore, the recorded corrosion on the front sub-frame requires a thorough physical inspection to ensure the structural integrity has not been compromised, as surface corrosion can quickly progress to structural failure if left untreated.