2009 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · FP59 XJC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent inspection data. The final MOT test conducted on May 12, 2023 at 111,633 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This indicates that the previous owner was proactive in rectifying immediate issues to ensure compliance. However, as no tests have been recorded for over three years, the vehicle is currently significantly overdue for its annual roadworthiness, which necessitates an immediate inspection to determine its current mechanical and structural condition. The recorded mileage of 111,633 miles over 17 years reflects a low-average annual usage of approximately 6,567 miles. This pattern is consistent with a vehicle used for short trips or kept. The data shows a steady progression between the June 2021 test at 106,160 miles and the April 2022 test at 110,072 miles, representing roughly 4,000 miles in that period. The gap of 1,560 miles between the April 2022 and 2023 tests suggests the vehicle remained in use but at a lower frequency prior to its last inspection. Because the vehicle has not been tested for three years, a buyer must focus on age-related degradation rather than high-mileage wear. Rubber components such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls often perish or crack over time despite low mileage. The inspector should specifically check for structural corrosion on the sills and subframes, as these are common failure points for this generation of Focus. Given the interval between tests, checking brake calipers for seized pistons or perished fluid is essential, as periods of standing can lead to surface pitting and internal failure.