2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · KS58 PCU

This 2009 Ford Focus has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over its recent MOT history, with the most recent test on 2026-02-02 confirming no defects and a clean pass. The vehicle has maintained a consistent pattern of compliance since 2023, suggesting no unresolved mechanical issues have carried over between tests. The absence of advisories or recurring faults in the last three cycles—including the February 2025 retest—indicates the tester did not identify any latent problems requiring immediate attention. However, the 2025-01-28 failure (though without recorded defects) is unusual and warrants clarification, as it contradicts the immediate retest passing the same day. This anomaly alone should prompt a buyer to verify whether the failure was procedural or if critical components were overlooked. The recorded mileage of 123,867 miles over approximately 17 years equates to an average of around 7,286 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no obvious gaps in mileage accumulation between tests, though the sparse MOT history—particularly the lack of advisories—makes it difficult to assess whether intermediate maintenance was performed. The most recent test occurred just six months ago, which is within the standard 12-month MOT interval for this vehicle. However, the absence of any recorded defects in the last three tests does not preclude underlying issues, especially in components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers, which often fail without prior warning. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear areas that frequently fail without immediate MOT failure, such as the suspension system—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are prone to degradation at this mileage. The brakes, including the rear binding calipers and front discs, should be checked for uneven wear or corrosion, as binding brakes can develop silently. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should also be examined for corrosion, as this is a common failure point for vehicles of this age. The lack of advisories in recent tests suggests these areas may have been overlooked, so visual and functional checks are essential before purchase.