2001 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · KR51 AEM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in December 2025 with no recorded defects. While a failure was noted on the same day, the immediate pass suggests a minor administrative error or a trivial defect that was rectified before the retest. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has secured four consecutive annual passes without any advisories or major failures over the last three years. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,000 miles per year. There is a consistent pattern of low usage, with the car progressing from 45,071 miles in late 2022 to 49,776 miles by late 2025. This low-frequency use suggests the vehicle has been kept for short trips or stored for long periods, which often preserves mechanical components like the engine and drivetrain but can introduce age-related issues not seen on high-mileage. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of components that degrade with time rather than distance. Given the low mileage and significant age, the rubber bushings, hoses, and seals should be checked for cracking, dry rot, or brittleness. Particular attention must be paid to the structural integrity of the chassis and wheel arches for rust, as this generation of Focus is prone to corrosion. Additionally, the brake lines and calipers should be inspected for seizing or pitting, which are common issues for vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods.