2003 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · CA52 AEX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the MOT history over the last three years. The most recent test on 16 October 2023 at 181,814 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This suggests the previous owner was proactive in rectifying issues immediately to ensure compliance, and the car has maintained a clean record since the successful pass in October 2022. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of 23 years' age, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the car covered 9,975 miles, followed by another 8,244 miles in the year leading up to the 2023 test. This steady accumulation indicates regular use rather than long periods of standing stationary, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and mechanical components, though the high total mileage of 181,814 miles places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension. Despite the clean recent entries, a buyer must focus on high-mileage wear points common to the Focus of this era. The record does not explicitly detail past failures, but the age and mileage necessitate a thorough physical inspection of structural integrity, specifically checking the subframes for corrosion and thinning. Particular attention should be paid to the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these often degrade at these distances. Given that the last MOT was over two years ago, the current state of the brake discs and tyre tread must be verified to ensure no significant wear has developed since the October 2023 certification.