2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · NL09 GYF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite a history of immediate MOT failures. The most recent test on 28 May 2024 at 93,384 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day. This pattern suggests the owner is willing to rectify immediate issues to maintain compliance, rather than allowing faults to persist. Since the May 2022 test, the vehicle has maintained a clean record, indicating that the mechanical condition has remained consistent over the last two years. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. Between May 2022 at 84,936 miles and May 2023 at 88,766 miles, the car covered only 3,830 miles, followed by another 4,618 mile interval in the following year. While low mileage generally implies less wear on the engine and drivetrain, it increases the risk of age degradation in rubber-based components and surface corrosion on braking surfaces if the vehicle sits for long periods between uses. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and the suspension components, as these are common failure points on older Ford Focus regardless of mileage. Specifically, check the rear wheel arches and sills for corrosion, which often goes undetected between tests. Given the low usage, verify the brake discs for significant surface pitting or caliper binding, which frequently occurs when vehicles are driven infrequently. The recurring failures in 2023 and 2024 without recorded defects suggest minor items like light bulbs or wiper blades were addressed immediately.