2016 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · YS16 FFP

The most recent MOT on 2025-12-08 showed the vehicle passed with minor issues: rear registration plate deterioration and slight corrosion on both rear brake hoses. These were classified as advisory notes, not safety-critical defects. However, the 2024-12-09 MOT records reveal a failed test due to exhaust emissions exceeding limits, alongside repeated findings of brake hose corrosion and suspension bush wear. This suggests a pattern of recurring, non-urgent issues that have persisted over multiple years. A consistent theme in the MOT history is corrosion on rear brake hoses, noted in 2024 and 2025. While classified as low risk, this could indicate exposure to moisture or road salt, potentially leading to future leaks or brake system failure. Suspension bush wear on both front and rear lower arms has also been recurring since 2024, though always categorized as advisory. These issues imply gradual wear but no immediate danger. The 2024 emissions failure, however, is a more serious concern, as it may point to engine or catalytic converter problems requiring investigation. The trend shows stability in most areas, with no new major defects emerging.