2009 FORD FOCUS2.5L Petrol

The 2009 Ford Focus presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clean pass recorded at the most recent test on 17 April 2025 at 59,679 miles. No defects or advisories appear across the last four successive annual tests from April 2022 to April 2025, indicating the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that satisfies statutory minimum requirements. The maintenance trend is steady rather than worsening or improving, as the record shows consistent compliance with no recurring mechanical or structural concerns flagged by examiners. Mileage data shows exceptionally low use for a 17 year old vehicle. The odometer advanced only 479 miles between the 29 April 2022 test at 59,204 miles and the 17 April 2025 test at 59,679 miles, averaging under 160 miles per year. A prior failure on 22 April 2022 at 59,200 miles recorded no defects, with a pass achieved seven days later at 59,204 miles, suggesting an administrative or measurement anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Such low accumulation implies long periods of standing, which can allow corrosion, seized brake components, and degraded rubber suspension bushes despite clean MOT outcomes. A buyer should physically inspect the underbody and suspension mounting points for structural rust, as prolonged inactivity accelerates corrosion unseen in a pass result. The brake discs and calipers warrant examination for binding or pitting from disuse, and tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking due to age rather than wear. Given the sparse history with no advisories, confirming the condition of consumable items and hidden structural integrity remains the chief pre-purchase priority.