2003 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · AD52 XRB

The 2003 Ford Focus presents as roadworthy following the most recent test on 31 March 2026 at 197,437 miles, where the tester recorded no defects and issued a pass. The maintenance trend is stable, with four consecutive passes between January 2023 and March 2026 and a single failure on 20 January 2026 at 197,279 miles that carried no listed defects, suggesting an administrative or unrecorded minor issue rather than a mechanical fault. No advisories appear across the entire five-year record. Annual mileage sits at a typical level for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 8,584 miles per year against the 197,437 miles recorded. The gaps between tests show steady use: 179,314 miles in January 2023, 187,082 in January 2024, 191,008 in January 2025, and 197,279 by January 2026, a consistent 4,000 to 8,000 miles annually. The sparse, clean record gives little evidence of neglect, though the unexplained January 2026 failure warrants a check of the test centre notes. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and corrosion on sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points, as the MOT history logs no advisories yet a 23-year-old Ford is prone to hidden rust. Examine suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for age-related fatigue not captured in the tests. Verify brake discs and calipers for binding or wear, and confirm the exhaust emissions remain within limits given the high overall mileage. Given the clean pass on 31 March 2026, the vehicle looks mechanically sound on paper. The lack of recorded defects over five years implies reasonable upkeep by prior owners. Physical inspection remains essential to confirm no latent issues exist beneath the surface.