2009 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · EA59 AAF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 5 September 2025 at 126,201 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of immediate retests in both 2024 and 2025. These failures were followed by instant passes without any recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle likely suffered from minor items or presentation-related issues that were rectified immediately prior to the retest rather than deep-seated mechanical failure. At 17 years of age, the recorded mileage of 126,201 miles represents an average of approximately 7,424 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for this era. The data shows a significant gap in mileage between the January 2023 test at 122,644 miles and the September 2024 test at 126,196 miles, covering only 3,552 miles over 20 months. Recently, the car has seen very little movement, covering just 5 miles between the September 2024 and September 2025 tests. This low-frequency use can lead to dry-rotted tyres, seized brake calipers, and degraded fluids despite the low overall mileage. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on components prone to failure during periods of standing. Given the age of the Ford Focus, check for structural corrosion on the sills and rear subframe, and inspect suspension bushes for perished rubber. Since the MOT history shows no recorded advisories, the buyer must verify the condition of the brake discs and ensure the exhaust system has not suffered internal rust during the long stationary intervals.