2003 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · EA53 AHC

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT test in August 2024 at 111,945 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable despite a history of failures in the preceding years. While the car failed tests in July 2023 and July 2024, the subsequent passes with no recorded defects suggest that the owner addressed identified issues immediately. The lack of any advisory notes in the latest report indicates that the mechanical components were functioning within tolerance parameters. At 23 years old, the recorded mileage of 111,945 miles represents a low annual usage rate of approximately 4,867 miles. The data shows a significant mileage discrepancy between July 2023 and July 2024, where the vehicle covered 2,250 miles in just one month. This contrasts with the long period between July 2022 and July 2023 where only 2,845 miles were recorded. Such inconsistent usage can lead to dry rot in rubber-based components, such as seals and suspension bushings, as low mileage does not prevent the degradation of age-related materials. A physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and rear wheel arches, as this model is prone to corrosion over two decades. Given the low mileage and intermittent use, the buyer must check for perished brake hoses and seized calipers which often result from periods of inactivity. Although the recent MOT shows no defects, the age of the vehicle necessitates a close look at the suspension components to ensure they have not perished despite the low mileage figures.