2004 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · CE54 HCX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent inspection on 1 September 2025 at 123,218 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a consistent pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. The failures in August 2024 and August 2025 suggest that the owner reacts to mechanical issues only when prompted by the MOT tester rather than performing preventative maintenance. Regardless, the vehicle maintains operational standards between test dates. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 123,218 miles represents an annual average of approximately 5,600 miles. This is significantly lower than the national average, which typically suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components. The data shows that between August 2023 and August 2025, the car covered roughly 8,300 miles, indicating a low-frequency usage pattern. However, low mileage on an aged vehicle can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components like suspension bushes and brake seals due to perish rot and lack of movement. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting, as older Focus models are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear subframe. Given the recent failures without recorded defects on the passing certificates, the issues likely involved minor items such as bulbs, wipers, or minor leaks that were rectified quickly. Check the brake system for binding calipers or excessive rust on the discs, as the long periods of standing time may have caused components to seize or suffer from age-related decay despite the low annual mileage.