2004 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · CK04 ABF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following a period of instability. The most recent test conducted in October 2024 at 90,417 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in the previous year were successfully rectified. This clean result suggests that the current owner is proactive in bringing the vehicle up to legal standards after the failures in 2023. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,110 miles per year. There is a significant gap between the October 2022 test at 72,339 miles and the November 2023 test at 82,773 miles, during which the car covered over 10,000 miles in thirteen months. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid-related issues regardless of the distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that caused the two failures in November 2023, although the specific fault points were not detailed in the provided summary. Given the age of the Focus, it is vital to inspect for structural corrosion on the sills, rear wheel arches, and subframe, where these models typically suffer from rust. The buyer should also check for perished suspension bushes and binding brake calipers, as low-mileage usage patterns often result in dry seals and seized components rather than mechanical wear-and-tear.