2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · GL09 GYR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test in September 2025 at 135,020 miles resulted in a pass only three days after a failure for an insecure offside rear anti-roll bar linkage and a failed registration plate lamp. While the car passed its recent inspection, the recurring nature of suspension and lighting faults suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach the point of failing an MOT test. At 135,020 miles, this 17-year-old Focus has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-use patterns. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 2,000 miles covered between the 2024 tests and another 2,300 miles followed by September 2025. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to high-intensity stress, but the age indicates that rubber components and metal brackets are reaching the end of their service lives. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a clear trend of deteriorating lower arm bushes. These bushes were flagged as worn in 2023, progressed to excessive wear in 2024, and eventually led to an insecure anti-roll bar linkage in 2025. The buyer should also check for play in the front braking system, given that the 2023 record noted both thin pads and pitted discs. The exhaust mounting failure noted in 2023 also warrants close attention to ensure that corrosion has not compromised the structural integrity of the mounting points.