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FORD FOCUS2016 · 2.3L Petrol

F9 ARC

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Free vehicle summary for F9 ARC: 2016 FORD FOCUS (Blue, Petrol). Mileage: 9,118. MOT: valid. Tax: taxed.

MOT
Valid
Expires 11/05/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/03/2027
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
2261cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a remarkably clean maintenance trend. The most recent test conducted on 28 April 2026 at 9,118 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of clean passes in the preceding three years, indicating that the vehicle has remained in a consistent condition without any mechanical or structural failures being flagged by the testing centre. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 912 miles per year. Between April 2023 and April 2025, the car covered only 3,328 miles, while the interval between 2025 and 2026 saw an increase of 542 miles. This data suggests the car is used sparingly for short trips or sits for long periods. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber seals and surface corrosion on brake discs due to lack of use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on risks associated with low-mileage storage rather than mechanical wear. The single failure on 21 April 2023 at 5,248 miles was a minor adjustment issue regarding headlamp aim, which was rectified immediately as the subsequent test passed. Because the record lacks any advisories for rust, suspension bushes, or tyre thinning, the inspector should manually check for flat spots on the tyres, perished rubber sidewalls, and seized brake calipers to ensure the vehicle remains safe despite the low odometer readings.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: Jul 4, 2026, 01:00 AM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a remarkably clean maintenance trend. The most recent test conducted on 28 April 2026 at 9,118 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of clean passes in the preceding three years, indicating that the vehicle has remained in a consistent condition without any mechanical or structural failures being flagged by the testing centre. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 912 miles per year. Between April 2023 and April 2025, the car covered only 3,328 miles, while the interval between 2025 and 2026 saw an increase of 542 miles. This data suggests the car is used sparingly for short trips or sits for long periods. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber seals and surface corrosion on brake discs due to lack of use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on risks associated with low-mileage storage rather than mechanical wear. The single failure on 21 April 2023 at 5,248 miles was a minor adjustment issue regarding headlamp aim, which was rectified immediately as the subsequent test passed. Because the record lacks any advisories for rust, suspension bushes, or tyre thinning, the inspector should manually check for flat spots on the tyres, perished rubber sidewalls, and seized brake calipers to ensure the vehicle remains safe despite the low odometer readings.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2016 Ford Focus (F9 ARC) has a recorded MOT history spanning from April 2023 to April 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

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