2013 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · YY13 WBV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of developing suspension-related wear. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 103,612 miles passed, the car initially failed due to non-functional dipped beams on both sides. Following these lighting repairs, the tester identified worn pins and bushes on the nearside rear sub-frame and both front suspension arms. Although these defects did not result in excessive movement at the time, they signal that the rubber components are reaching their service limit. At 103,612 miles over 13 years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a Ford Focus. The mileage progression shows consistent annual testing, with a jump of roughly 12,500 miles between November 2023 and November 2024, and another 12,500 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This regularity suggests the car has been used regularly, though the increased mileage in recent years likely explains the accelerated wear observed on the mechanical components. A buyer should prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly and the rear sub-frame. The 2025 record highlights worn bushes in multiple locations, which will eventually require replacement of the arms to prevent steering precision issues and uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding inner-edge tyre wear on both front-side tyres suggests a potential alignment issue or worn ball joints that should be verified by a mechanic. Checking the sub-frame for structural corrosion is essential to ensure the worn bushes are not being masked by deeper degradation of the mounting points.