2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · NG09 YPO

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning worsening regarding structural integrity. While it passed the most recent June 2025 test at 134,430 miles, the tester identified significant corrosion on both the front and rear subframes. This represents a sharp decline from the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that rust-related degradation has reached a critical stage that will likely lead to future structural failures. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,900 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 13,585 miles between the May 2024 test at 120,845 miles and the June 2025 test at 134,430 miles, indicating regular annual use. However, the low annual mileage does not protect the vehicle from age-related decay, as the record shows that the mechanical and structural components are failing due to time and environmental exposure rather than purely mileage-driven wear. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting points to determine the depth of the subframe corrosion. The history reveals a recurring pattern of suspension failure, with all four coil springs flagged for corrosion in 2022 and rear springs specifically noted again in 2025. The buyer should also inspect the exhaust flexi pipe and anti-roll bar linkages, as these components have previously demonstrated to be points of failure. Given the reported structural rust on the subframes, the vehicle carries a high risk of expensive repair costs in the near future.