2002 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · CV02 AOC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 11 November 2024 at 111,743 miles returned no defects or advisories. This continuity suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids the immediate mechanical failures or structural degradations typically seen in cars of this age and model. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-four year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,656 miles per year. Between November 2020 and November 2024, the car covered only 2,673 miles, indicating very light use or significant periods of stationary. The intervals between tests remain consistent with annual examinations. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components such as suspension bushes and brake hoses, as well as flat spotting on the tyres. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components. Ford Focus models from this era are prone to corrosion on the rear subframe and mounting points, which may not always be fully captured if the tester only examines specific areas. The buyer should also check for seized calipers or rusted brake discs, as low mileage often results in surface oxidation due to lack of use. Checking the state of the fluid and the condition of rubber seals is essential to ensure the age of the materials has not compromised their integrity despite the low mechanical wear.