Hi Paul,

A good car with lots of interior space, that generation of Focus. Make sure you check around the front wheel arches for any possible rust, and check that the boot latch opens properly, as it can let water in and the lock can fail. A whistling noise from the engine could mean that the turbo is on the way out while a knocking sound usually means that the alternator or alternator belt need attention. If the steering creaks, it means that the top suspension mount needs looking at, while the air conditioning, battery, dashboard lighting and windscreen seals are all common failure points.