2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · ML12 ADZ

The vehicle presents a stable and consistent maintenance profile according to the official MOT records. The most recent test on 6 August 2025 at 22,426 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a continuous sequence of clean passes dating back to the 2022 test, indicating that the vehicle has consistently met the minimum legal requirements for roadworthiness without recurring failures or significant mechanical warnings. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a 2012 model, averaging approximately 1,602 miles per year. The data shows a steady, albeit slow, progression from 17,599 miles in July 2022 to 22,426 miles in August 2025. While this low usage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such long periods of inactivity can lead to secondary issues like perished rubber seals, seized calipers, or degraded fluids. Because the MOT history is entirely clean, there are no specific recurring faults to highlight from the official record. However, the extremely low mileage and infrequent use necessitate a physical inspection of age-related items that MOT testers do not always flag as failures. A buyer should specifically examine the condition of the tyres for flat-spotting or sidewall cracking, check the suspension bushes for perishing, and inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting caused by standing. The absence of advisories regarding structural integrity or emissions suggests a well-kept vehicle, but the low usage pattern means the car has likely spent much of its life stationary. A thorough check of the battery health and the condition of all fluid levels is recommended to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from stagnation.