2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · YR17 OLX

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from pristine records to recurring consumable neglect. While the most recent test in March 2024 at 64,835 miles passed, the tester flagged a nearside front tyre for perishing and excessive inner-edge wear. This follows a similar advisory in April 2023 where the offside front tyre was found worn close to the legal limit. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per annum over its nine-year life. There is a significant gap between the 2021 and 2022 tests where the car covered roughly 25,105 miles in just thirteen months. However, the usage has accelerated recently, with over 7,000 miles recorded in the year leading up to the latest MOT. The initial clean records from 2020 to 2022 suggest the vehicle did not suffer major mechanical or structural failures during its early years. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry and alignment settings, as the recurring inner-edge wear on both front tyres indicates a tracking issue or worn control arm bushes. The report of perishing rubber in 2024 also suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, which can degrade rubber components and seals. Focus on the brake discs for surface corrosion or binding calipers, as the record does not explicitly rule these out despite the noted tyre issues which often signify a lack of proactive maintenance.