2009 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · EY59 KKA

The 2009 Ford Focus presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 26 February 2026 at 53,748 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and this follows four consecutive annual passes from February 2023 through February 2025. The single failure on 19 February 2024 at 47,869 miles is anomalous as the record shows no defects listed against it, suggesting an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault, with the vehicle passing on the same day under identical mileage. Recorded mileage stands at 53,748 against a 17 year old vehicle, equating to roughly 3,162 miles per year. The tests show steady low use: 44,341 miles in February 2023, 47,869 in February 2024, 50,406 in February 2025, and 53,748 in February 2026. Annual accumulation sits between 3,000 and 3,500 miles with no gaps exceeding twelve months and no sudden jumps. Such low yearly coverage implies light running but also raises the prospect of extended stationary periods, which can accelerate rubber perishing and corrosion on unused components. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the clean advisory sheet. Low mileage Focus models of this era commonly develop corrosion at sill and subframe junctions, and the MOT record contains no structural commentary because testers logged no defects. Suspension bushes, front coil springs, and brake calipers should be checked for stiffness from inactivity. The February 2024 failure with zero defects warrants confirmation that no outstanding test anomaly exists on the DVSA portal. Given the absence of recorded advisories across five tests, previous keepers appear to have maintained the car to a passable standard without neglect of consumables. The buyer should verify service history independently, as MOT data alone does not confirm routine oil changes or timing belt renewal on this 1.6 litre unit.