2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · WR17 FNH

The vehicle shows an improving maintenance trend, moving from a failed test in September 2023 to two consecutive clean passes in 2024 and 2025. The most recent test on 18 September 2025 at 98,657 miles recorded no defects, suggesting that previous mechanical issues have been addressed. This follows a period of instability where the car failed its MOT in late 2023 due to headlight aim, tyre wear, and suspension bush issues. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a nine-year-old vehicle. Between the September 2022 test at 82,430 miles and the September 2025 test at 98,657 miles, the car has covered 16,227 miles, averaging roughly 5,400 miles per year during that specific interval. The jump from 92,279 miles in October 2024 to 98,657 miles in September 2025 shows a steady annual increase of about 6,378 miles. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not been sitting idle for long periods, which generally helps prevent seized components. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear suspension assembly. The September 2023 record flagged worn trailing arm pins and bushes on both the nearside and offside rear. While the 2024 and 2025 tests were clean, these components are subject to ongoing wear from the vehicle's typical mileage. Checking for any knocking sounds or play in the rear suspension during a test drive is advisable to ensure the 2023 faults were properly rectified. The braking system also warrants a close look. The September 2022 test noted pitted or scored rear brake discs and a noisy nearside rear wheel bearing. Although no brake-related advisories appeared in the 2023, 2024, or 2025 tests, the history of disc wear and bearing noise indicates these parts have been subject to use. Inspecting the rear discs for surface corrosion and checking the wheel bearings for any humming or grinding noises will confirm if these earlier issues have been fully resolved.