2009 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · YF09 WXT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of accelerating structural corrosion and component wear. While it passed the September 2025 test at 123,727 miles, the tester identified a significant increase in rust across the rear sub-frame, suspension arms, and mounting areas. These issues, which were not present in the 2022 test, indicate that the vehicle's chassis is entering a stage where structural integrity is becoming a primary concern. At 123,727 miles over 17 years, the car has averaged approximately 7,278 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-mileage usage. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles driven between recent inspections. However, the transition from a clean 2022 record at 114,080 miles to multiple failures and advisories in 2024 suggests that while the mileage is low, the vehicle has suffered from deferred maintenance or environmental degradation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and suspension mounting points to ensure the corrosion noted in 2025 has not progressed toward structural thinning. The recurring issue of front tyres wearing on the inner edges in both 2023 and 2024 indicates a persistent alignment problem or worn suspension bushes that requires addressing. Furthermore, the consistent reports of pitted brake discs and thin pads across multiple years suggest that the braking system is only maintained when it nears failure failure rather than on a proactive schedule.