2002 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · BD02 AEO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The final recorded MOT test conducted on 11 January 2022 at 113,002 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This followed a previous failure on the same day which was clearly immediately rectified. The lack of recurring advisories in the later tests indicates that the vehicle has maintained its mechanical and structural integrity over the last three testing cycles. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. Between January 2020 at 108,461 miles and January 2022 at 113,002 miles, the car covered only 4,541 miles. This low usage suggests the vehicle likely underwent short trips or long periods of inactivity, which can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown despite the low odometer reading. The gap between the last test and the current date of June 2026 means the vehicle is currently out of its MOT period. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on age-related wear that low mileage does not mask. Prioritize a check for perished suspension bushes and cracked coil springs, as these often fail due to time rather than distance. Given the vehicle's age, inspect the braking system for corrosion on the discs and seized calipers resulting from infrequent use. The buyer should also verify the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches to ensure that hidden rust has not compromised the chassis.