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2020 Ford Focus 2.0L Diesel · EK20 SYC

EK20 SYC

2020 Ford Focus (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2020. Recorded mileage 41,740 miles. MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2020 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
41,740 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 22 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2020
Engine
1995cc
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EK20 SYC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
  • 41,740 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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EK20 SYC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 23:13
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Ford Focus (EK20 SYC) between February 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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EK20 SYC Mileage History

  1. 27/02/202317,070 mi
  2. 28/02/202317,084 mi+14 mi
  3. 04/03/202426,115 mi+9,031 mi
  4. 19/03/202535,683 mi+9,568 mi
  5. 26/02/202641,740 mi+6,057 mi

Average of roughly 8,229 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG
No Open Safety Recalls

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2020 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
92
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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