FORD FOCUS2007 · 1.6L Petrol

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy as it has not passed an MOT test since July 2021. The most recent entry on 26 July 2022 shows a failure at 95,398 miles, and there are no recorded tests for nearly four years leading up to today's date of 20 July 2026. This creates a significant gap in the maintenance record and suggests the car has been stationary for a prolonged period. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 19 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,021 miles per year. Between May 2018 and July 2021, the car covered 26,081 miles, showing a consistent usage pattern. However, the odometer remained frozen at 95,398 miles from the failed test in July 2022 through to the present day. This lack of movement is a red flag for mechanical degradation. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and tyres. Long periods of standing often lead to binding calipers, seized brake discs, and flat-spotting or perishing of the tyre sidewalls. The lack of recent data means there is no evidence regarding the current state of the suspension bushes or the structural integrity of the chassis, which is prone to corrosion in vehicles of this era. The engine and fuel system require immediate scrutiny. Low-use vehicles frequently suffer from perished rubber hoses, battery failure, and degraded fuel. Given the four year absence of a valid certificate, the vehicle should be treated as a project requiring a full mechanical recommissioning rather than a turn-key purchase.