2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FL09 FWR

The 2009 Ford Focus presents a stable maintenance trend, though it currently operates without a valid MOT certificate. The most recent test on 30 January 2024 at 112,624 miles passed with zero defects recorded, following an initial failure on the exact same day and mileage that also listed no defects. This pattern suggests a minor rectification or administrative retest rather than a significant mechanical fault, indicating the vehicle met roadworthiness standards at that time. Over two and a half years have elapsed since that inspection, meaning a comprehensive assessment is now overdue to verify its current structural and mechanical integrity. The mileage accumulation aligns perfectly with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 6,600 miles annually. Between the February 2022 test at 100,148 miles and the February 2023 test at 106,059 miles, the Focus covered 5,911 miles. This increased slightly to 6,565 miles over the following eleven months leading to the January 2024 test at 112,624 miles. The absence of mileage discrepancies or gaps in the testing schedule implies consistent, regular use rather than prolonged standing, which helps prevent the deterioration of perishable components like brake calipers and suspension bushes that often seize on vehicles left idle. Given the lack of recorded defects, a buyer must focus on the typical wear points for a 17-year-old Focus exceeding 112,000 miles. Inspect the front suspension lower arms and rear trailing arm bushes for perishing or splitting, alongside checking the coil springs for fractures common on older examples. Examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or lipping, and check the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly around the rear box and mounting rubbers. A thorough underbody inspection is essential to assess structural integrity, as the MOT only covers safety-critical corrosion, and surface rust can compromise mounting points over time.