2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · WX60 LLA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 116,769 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, the preceding failure highlighted a perished offside front suspension ball joint dust cover and two rear tyres below the legal tread limit. This pattern suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they result in an MOT failure, which can lead to accelerated component wear between service intervals. At 16 years old, the 116,769 miles represent an average of approximately 7,300 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-intensity usage. The data shows a significant increase in activity between 2023 and 2024, where the vehicle covered over 17,000 miles in a single year, compared to the more modest growth of 7,000 miles between 2021 and 2022. This spike in mileage likely placed greater stress on the aging suspension and braking components that began to show faults during that period. A buyer must closely inspect the structural integrity of the rear sub-frame, which was flagged as corroded in 2024 at 98,979 miles. Although it was not deemed seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on these models tends to progress and requires monitoring to prevent structural failure. The history also shows recurring issues with the front suspension, including worn bushes and a fractured coil spring in previous years. Any current lateral play in the steering or knocking noises over uneven surfaces would indicate further mechanical degradation. Braking components also require attention, as the record notes pitted and scored front brake discs in 2024 and thin pads as far as 2017. Given the history of failed exhaust mounts and broken hangers, the buyer should verify that the exhaust system is securely secured and free of excessive vibration. While the vehicle has maintained a clean record for short stretches, the recurring nature of the suspension and rubber items indicates that the moving parts are reaching the end of their operational life.