2003 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · OY03 VUX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the MOT history indicates a pattern of reactive rectification following immediate test failures. The most recent test on October 4 2022 at 55,806 miles passed with no defects recorded, suggesting the vehicle was in a compliant condition at that time. However, the recurring failures in 2021 and 2022 suggest the owner only addresses issues when a test fails rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,426 miles per year. The data shows a significant drop in usage between September 2020 and October 2022, where the car covered only 6,035 miles in two years. The interval between the October 2022 test and the current date of June 2026 is substantial, meaning the vehicle likely sat for extended periods. Such low mileage often leads to secondary mechanical issues, such as the degradation of rubber seals, perished brake fluid, and tyre flat due to lack of regular operation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and suspension components, as the Focus of this era is prone to corrosion on the rear subframe and sills. Given the low usage, check for cracked or perished suspension bushes and seized brake calipers resulting from inactivity. Inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or heavy rust indicating they have not been used frequently. While the record is clean of major failures, the age of the vehicle increases the risk of age-related component failure that a standard MOT does not fully capture.