2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · GL59 RVF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent inspection on October 24 2024 at 42,604 miles. While the record shows a failure on that same date, the lack of recorded defects suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative issue that was rectified immediately upon retest. Since 2021, the car has maintained a clean record without advisory notices, indicating a consistent mechanical standard between tests. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,500 miles per year. Between November 2021 and November 2022, the car covered only 718 miles, suggesting it underwent long periods of inactivity or very light use. This low usage typically means less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it introduces risks related to rubber-part degradation and fluid breakdown. The jump of 2,680 miles between December 2023 and October 2024 shows a slight increase in activity in recent months. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that suffer from age rather than distance. Given the low mileage, the tester must check for perished suspension bushes, cracked sidewalls, and seized brake calipers which often occur when vehicles sit stationary. Structural integrity checks on the sills and subframe mounting points are critical, as corrosion can develop over two decades regardless of how many miles are driven. Verify the age of the tyres and belts, as these items likely require replacement despite having significant tread depth.