2015 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · YR15 NTJ

The 2015 Ford Focus currently holds a valid MOT, having passed on 30 March 2026 at 158,243 miles. That same day, however, an earlier test recorded a failure for a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system and a non-working nearside front position lamp, suggesting these faults were rectified shortly before the pass was issued. The overall maintenance trend is broadly stable but punctuated by recurring minor defects rather than any serious structural or mechanical failures. No corrosion, suspension collapse, or braking system defects have appeared in recent years, which is a positive indicator for a car of this age and mileage. The vehicle has covered roughly 14,400 miles per year since new, which is above average for a family hatchback. Mileage accumulation has been fairly consistent, rising from 117,867 miles in March 2023 to 128,737 miles in March 2024, then to 144,558 miles in March 2025, and finally to 158,243 miles in March 2026. This steady climb points to sustained, high-intensity use rather than long periods of inactivity. Such mileage places accelerated wear on consumables, so a buyer should expect that components like brake discs, pads, suspension bushes, and exhaust mounting rubbers may be approaching the end of their serviceable life. The most persistent theme in the MOT record is tyre wear. Nearside rear and nearside front tyres have repeatedly worn close to the legal limit or on their edges, appearing as advisories or minor defects in 2023, 2025, and 2026. Edge wear often points to misaligned tracking or worn suspension bushes, so a physical inspection of front and rear alignment, along with condition of lower arm bushes, track rod ends, and shock absorbers, is advisable. The 2023 advisory regarding a deteriorated offside front anti-roll bar linkage dust joint dust cover also warrants attention, as split covers allow water and grit ingress, accelerating ball joint wear. Beyond the tyre-related items, the 2026 failure for a TPMS malfunction and a blown position lamp suggests an electrical or sensor issue that was apparently fixed. A buyer should verify that the TPMS warning light extinguishes after ignition and that all exterior lamps function correctly, including side markers and number plate illumination. Given the high mileage, it would be prudent to inspect the underside for corrosion, particularly around subframes, s brake lines, and exhaust hangers, even though no such defects have been flagged in the available MOT history. The engine, gearbox, and clutch should be test-driven under load to confirm smooth operation, as wear on these components is common beyond 150,000 miles.