2002 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · AF52 AAK

The current roadworthiness of this vehicle is questionable following its most recent failure in August 2022. While the car passed in 2021, the subsequent failure without specific recorded defects at 151,810 miles suggests a lack of consistent preventative maintenance. The overall maintenance trend appears unstable, as the vehicle has failed three out of its last four testing attempts, indicating that mechanical or structural issues frequently trigger immediate failures despite passing intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,325 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between August 2021 and August 2022, where the car covered only 1,145 miles in a full year. This low annual mileage often indicates the vehicle sat stationary for long periods, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, seized artwork calipers, perished seals, and fluid contamination, potentially contributing to the 2022 test failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system, as these are common areas of failure on this generation of Ford Focus. Given the age of the car, specific attention should be paid to structural rust on the subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points. Because the recent failure did not list specific defects, it is vital to verify the condition of the brake lines, tyre age, and exhaust system to ensure that the long periods of stationary use have not resulted in hidden mechanical leaks or binding issues.