2002 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · LK02 ACY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a significant lapse in recent testing. The most recent MOT entry from 25 October 2022 at 78,664 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, suggesting an administrative or non-mechanical technical failure rather than a systemic mechanical decline. Since no tests have been recorded for nearly four years, the vehicle is currently overdue for its MOT, leaving its current mechanical state and safety status unknown without a fresh inspection. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,278 miles per year. Between October 2019 and October 2022, the car covered only 7,650 miles, confirming a consistent trend of low-intensity use or long periods of off-road storage. This low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine-related components, but it increases risks related to age-related degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and brake hoses, which can perish and crack when a vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer must prioritize an inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as early Ford Focus models are prone to corrosion that low mileage cannot prevent. Given the four-year gap in records, the buyer should check for seized brake calipers and rusted brake discs which often occur from lack of use. Furthermore, evaluating the tyres for sidewall cracking is essential, as the age of the rubber likely exceeds its safe operational regardless of the remaining tread depth.