2001 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · HY51 APX

The vehicle currently lacks a valid MOT following a failure during the most recent test conducted on 21 October 2022. While the car passed its inspection without defects on 14 October 2021, the subsequent failure exactly one year later indicates a decline in roadworthiness. The maintenance trend is currently worsening, as the vehicle has failed to meet the minimum safety and environmental standards required for the last recorded inspection. The recorded mileage of 106,556 miles over 25 years represents an average annual usage of approximately 4,262 miles. This low-mile pattern suggests the vehicle was used sparingly, which can often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and brake fluid quality due to inactivity. There is a significant gap in the data, as no MOT test is recorded for nearly four years prior to the current date of August 2026, leaving the state of the vehicle's structural integrity and mechanical components unknown. A buyer must investigate the specific reasons for the October 2022 failure, as the provided data does not detail the mechanical defects identified. Given the age of this Ford Focus, a thorough underbody inspection is required to check for advanced structural corrosion, particularly in the sills and suspension mounting points. The buyer should also examine the suspension bushes and brake lines for cracking or perished, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from age-related material fatigue rather than wear. Buying score: 48 Risk level: Medium.