2020 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · EK20 FWJ
2020 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 22,906 miles. MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 22,906 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EK20 FWJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 22,906 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK20 FWJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Ford Focus (EK20 FWJ) between June 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
EK20 FWJ Mileage History
- 20/06/202313,956 mi
- 03/06/202416,625 mi+2,669 mi
- 12/04/202519,252 mi+2,627 mi
- 20/03/202622,906 mi+3,654 mi
Average of roughly 3,256 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Our Verdict
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Prioritise the service history to ensure the 1.0L engine has been serviced according to manufacturer intervals, as this is critical for the longevity of the EcoBoost engine. While the MOT record is clean of failures, you should negotiate based on the current state of the tyres, as advisories have appeared in two separate years.
Verify that the vehicle has a complete record of oil changes. Given the low annual mileage, check if the previous owner followed time-based service intervals rather than just mileage-based ones to ensure the engine remains in good working order.
The 999cc engine is designed for efficiency, typically offering low fuel consumption and a competitive annual road tax rate. As a Euro 6 DG vehicle, it is compliant with Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ) and other clean air zones across the UK, meaning no daily charges for city driving.
Insurance groups for the 1.0L Focus are generally mid-range, making it accessible for a variety of drivers. Typical maintenance costs for this model are standard for a modern hatchback, though specific attention to the timing belt/wet belt intervals is a known cost factor for this engine size.
Focus your inspection on the tyres. The March 2026 MOT noted that both rear tyres were slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing, and the June 2024 MOT flagged that both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit. Because the mileage is so low, the rear tyre perishing suggests they may have reached the end of their usable life due to age rather than wear.
Additionally, check the headlamps for clarity and function, and inspect the underside for any early signs of corrosion, as these are among the top failure reasons for the Focus model across aggregate MOT data.
This silver 2020 Ford Focus is powered by a 999cc petrol engine and is Euro 6 compliant. With 22,906 miles recorded at its last MOT in March 2026, it has been used far less than the average for this model. The MOT history shows four consecutive passes since 2023 with no failures recorded.
The Ford Focus has an average MOT pass rate of 79.1%, with tyres, headlamps, and corrosion being the most common points of failure.
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