2004 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · CV54 XOK

The most recent MOT test took place on 16 November 2022 at 102,854 miles and resulted in a failure with no defects recorded by the tester. This is a concerning administrative outcome given the absence of listed faults, and the vehicle has not been tested since, leaving its current roadworthiness unconfirmed for over three and a half years. The maintenance trend cannot be classed as stable, worsening, or improving from the data; the record simply shows an unresolved failure and a long lapse in statutory testing. The odometer climbed from 94,255 miles at the October 2021 tests to 102,854 miles by November 2022, a gain of 8,599 miles across roughly thirteen months. Against the car's 2004 build date this equates to low lifetime use of about 4,675 miles per year, though the gap between the 2021 and 2022 entries suggests the vehicle then stood unused for extended periods. The history is sparse, with only three tests logged and no advisories or defects noted on the passes and the two 2021 failures. A buyer must treat the November 2022 failure with suspicion because DVSA systems require a recorded reason for refusal yet none appears. Inspect the V5C and any garage paperwork to establish why the test was rejected, as it may be a data error or a withheld defect. Given the age and low mileage, prioritise a physical check of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and subframe corrosion, all common on a 22-year-old Focus left standing. Verify the actual kilometre reading and confirm the car has not been driven illegally since the 2022 expiry. With no advisories ever raised, previous keepers likely addressed only minimum test requirements; a thorough independent inspection of structural integrity and exhaust emissions remains essential before purchase.