2004 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · LA04 AAV

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently uncertain as the most recent MOT test occurred nearly three years ago. While the car maintained a clean record between 2020 and 2022, the failure in August 2023 at 143,124 miles indicates a mechanical or safety issue that remained unaddressed online. Since no passing record exists after that final failure, the vehicle is likely operating with an expired certificate, and the current state of critical components remains unknown without fresh verification. The recorded mileage of 143,124 miles over 22 years reflects an average usage of approximately 6,500 miles annually, which is consistent with low-to-moderate domestic driving. The data shows a steady pattern of use between 2020 and 2023, with intervals of roughly 2,000 to 4,000 miles between tests. However, the significant gap in testing since the 2023 failure suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, which often leads to degradation of rubber components and corrosion of braking systems. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components, given the age of the Focus. Focus on the subframe for structural corrosion and check the rear suspension bushes, as these are common failure points on this generation. Because the 2023 failure listed no specific defects in the summary provided, a manual check for binding brake calipers, worn brake pads, and exhaust leaks is essential to determine what caused the vehicle to fail and why it was not subsequently repaired.