2014 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · MV14 EXF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted in January 2026 at 60,378 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories, following a trend of three consecutive clean passes over the previous three years. This suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and that critical safety systems are currently operating within acceptable parameters as defined by the DVSA standards. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twelve-year-old Ford, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant increase in usage between October 2024 and January 2026, where the car covered 17,556 miles in just sixteen months. Prior to this period, the usage was much more conservative, with only 7,649 miles recorded between the preceding years. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and braking components, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age and lack of regular movement. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to aging rather than mileage-wear, such as perished suspension bushes, cracked rubber hoses, and flat spots on the tyres. Given the recent spike in annual mileage, checking the condition of the brake pads and discs is essential to ensure the vehicle can handle the increased load. The single 2022 failure was rectified immediately, as evidenced by the pass just one mile later, indicating a minor issue that was addressed rather than a chronic mechanical failure.