2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · EO09 YAF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent MOT conducted on 26 September 2025 at 39,560 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a recorded failure on the same day at the same mileage. This specific sequence suggests an administrative error or a minor component issue that was immediately rectified, as the vehicle has maintained a clean sheet of advisories and defects for three consecutive tests. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,327 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2023, the car covered only 19 miles, indicating long periods of stationary storage or minimal use. Usage increased to 1,819 miles between 2023 and 2024, and another 1,724 miles in the following year. While this low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber parts and fluid systems from lack of use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage, long-term storage. Despite the clean MOT record, the age of the vehicle necessitates perished suspension bushes, split rubber boots, and tyre sidewalls regardless of tread depth. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or corro discs, which frequently occur when vehicles sit for extended periods. Additionally, the structural integrity of the sills and rear wheel arches must be verified, as corrosion remains a primary concern for a Focus of this era regardless of miles driven.