2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · EY60 JWD

This 2010 Ford Focus presents a remarkably clean MOT history, with the most recent test on 16 August 2025 at 89,700 miles showing no defects—an outcome repeated across all five recorded inspections since 2021. The absence of advisories or failures over this period suggests the vehicle has either been meticulously maintained or, more likely, driven lightly enough to avoid accelerated wear. No recurring issues such as brake binding, suspension degradation, or corrosion have been logged, which is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The consistent passing record implies either a well-documented service history with timely interventions or a previous owner who avoided major mechanical neglect. That said, the lack of advisories could also mask deferred maintenance—components like coil springs, brake fluid, or exhaust mounts may appear serviceable now but could be approaching failure. The mileage progression reveals a vehicle that has been used sparingly, averaging just 5,606 miles per year over its 16-year lifespan. Between 2021 (79,765 miles) and 2025 (89,700 miles) , the Focus covered 9,935 miles in four years , a pace that suggests either urban commuting with minimal long-distance use or prolonged periods of inactivity. The gap between 2022 (83,722 miles) and 2023 (84,843 miles) —just 1,121 miles in a year —further supports the idea of limited operation. Such low annual mileage can lead to issues like seized bearings, degraded rubber components (e.g., suspension bushes, wiper blades), or stiff seals, even if the MOT has not yet caught them. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of components that typically degrade slowly but critically: suspension mounts and bushes , particularly the front lower arms and rear track control arms, which may have hardened or cracked without obvious wear. Brake system integrity —including caliper slides, brake fluid condition, and disc thickness—should be checked, even though no binding or excessive wear has been recorded. Exhaust system fastenings and corrosion hotspots (subframes, wheel arches, and sills) warrant close examination, as rust can develop insidiously on a lightly driven car. Finally, fluid levels and condition —brake, coolant, and power steering—should be verified, as stagnant fluids can degrade over time even without high mileage. The absence of MOT advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless; they simply indicate no immediate failures were present at test.