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2010 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · AJ10 AAZ

AJ10 AAZ

2010 Ford Focus (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 106,918 miles. MOT valid until 07 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2010 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
106,918 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2010
Engine
1999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend, having secured a clean pass on 10 November 2025 at 106,918 miles. While the record indicates two distinct instances where an initial failure preceded a same-day pass, the absence of recorded defects suggests these were likely administrative oversights or minor rectifications rather than systemic mechanical failures. The car currently holds a valid MOT certificate with approximately four months of testing validity remaining before the next inspection is due in November 2026. The recorded mileage of 106,918 miles over a 16-year lifespan aligns with a moderate usage pattern of roughly 6,682 miles annually. The consistency of the data, showing steady increments of approximately 7,000 to 8,000 miles between annual tests since December 2023, indicates the vehicle has remained in regular operation rather than suffering from prolonged periods of inactivity. This usage profile is generally favourable for the longevity of seals, gaskets, and fuel system components, which often degrade faster when a vehicle is left to sit for extended durations. Because the MOT history remains entirely free of advisories or recorded defects, the record provides little insight into the specific condition of wear-prone items like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake discs. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the chassis for corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and sills, as these are common areas of concern for a Ford Focus of this age. You should also verify the condition of the brake lines and the effectiveness of the parking brake, as these components frequently require attention on vehicles reaching this mileage threshold. Given the clean record, ensure that the lack of documented advisories reflects genuine maintenance rather than a lack of thorough inspection during previous tests.
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AJ10 AAZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
  • 106,918 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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AJ10 AAZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Nov 2026, 10:42
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Ford Focus (AJ10 AAZ) between December 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

AJ10 AAZ Mileage History

  1. 05/12/202394,684 mi
  2. 04/12/2024102,046 mi+7,362 mi
  3. 06/12/2024102,046 mi
  4. 10/11/2025106,918 mi+4,872 mi
  5. 10/11/2025106,918 mi

Average of roughly 6,326 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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