2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · EK09 VUN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 26 March 2026 at 149,784 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reveals a highly unusual pattern of immediate failure followed by rapid rectification. In both 2025 and 2026, the car failed the test just one day after the scheduled appointment but passed two days later. This suggests the previous owner addressed minor defects, such as bulbs, wipers, or minor adjustments, immediately upon being notified rather than allowing them to persist. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 149,784 miles represents an annual average of approximately 8,811 miles. This aligns closely with typical usage for a family car of this age. The data shows consistent use over time, with roughly 4,000 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 4,350 miles covered between March 2025 and March 2026. This regularity indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and brake seals. While the recent records show no recorded defects, the high mileage and age necessitate a physical inspection of common Ford Focus wear points. A buyer should verify the structural integrity of the chassis, specifically the rear sills and wheel arches, where corrosion is common on this generation. Given the recent last-minute failures, an inspector should also check for play in suspension bushes, condition of the coil springs, and thinning brake discs. The lack of advisories in the last three tests is atypical for a vehicle of this mileage and suggests the car is maintained only to the legal minimum required for passing rather than a preventative standard.