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FORD FOCUS2002 · 1.6L PETROL

LA02 ABZ

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2002 FORD FOCUS is a PETROL vehicle with a 1596cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 112,757.

MOT
Expired
Expires 27/11/2024
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 16/01/2024
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2002
Engine
1596cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite its age. The most recent MOT test conducted on November 28, 2023, at 112,757 miles resulted a pass with no defects recorded. This followed a failure just one day prior at the same mileage, suggesting the owner rectified a minor presentation issue immediately to ensure compliance. The overall history indicates a consistent pattern of maintaining mechanical standards over the last three testing cycles. The usage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent intervals between tests, with 16,738 miles covered between November 2021 and November 2022, and another 15,488 miles between November 2022 and November 2023. This low annual mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can increase the risk of rubber component degradation and brake corrosion due to longer periods of static storage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and rear suspension mounting, as older Ford Focus models are prone to corrosion regardless of mileage. While the MOT record is clean of specific mechanical failures, the recurring single-day failures in 2021 and 2023 suggest that minor items like bulbs or wipers may only be addressed when testing fails. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracks and check the brake discs for pitting to ensure low usage has not led to seized calipers or uneven wear.

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50
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 22, 2026, 02:55 PM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite its age. The most recent MOT test conducted on November 28, 2023, at 112,757 miles resulted a pass with no defects recorded. This followed a failure just one day prior at the same mileage, suggesting the owner rectified a minor presentation issue immediately to ensure compliance. The overall history indicates a consistent pattern of maintaining mechanical standards over the last three testing cycles. The usage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent intervals between tests, with 16,738 miles covered between November 2021 and November 2022, and another 15,488 miles between November 2022 and November 2023. This low annual mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can increase the risk of rubber component degradation and brake corrosion due to longer periods of static storage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and rear suspension mounting, as older Ford Focus models are prone to corrosion regardless of mileage. While the MOT record is clean of specific mechanical failures, the recurring single-day failures in 2021 and 2023 suggest that minor items like bulbs or wipers may only be addressed when testing fails. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracks and check the brake discs for pitting to ensure low usage has not led to seized calipers or uneven wear.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2002 Ford Focus (LA02 ABZ) has a recorded MOT history spanning from November 2021 to November 2023, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 5 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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