2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · PK09 GYG

The 2009 Ford Focus presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend based on the available DVSA MOT records. The most recent test on 2021-12-06 recorded a clean pass at 86,224 miles with zero defects flagged. This follows a pattern of consistent passes throughout the vehicle's history, with the sole exception of a failed test on 2021-11-27 at the same mileage, which itself carried no recorded defects. The absence of any advisories or failures across the documented history suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a competent standard in recent years. The mileage profile raises a significant question for any prospective buyer. Between the 2020-11-26 test at 80,063 miles and the 2021-12-06 test at 86,224 miles, the vehicle accumulated 6,161 miles in roughly one year. However, the recorded mileage then flatlines entirely at 86,224 miles across both the November 2021 and December 2021 tests, with no subsequent MOT entries recorded through to the present date in June 2026. This means the car has sat without a valid MOT for over four and a half years. A vehicle of this age covering approximately 5,072 miles annually is exceptionally low mileage, but the prolonged period without testing introduces uncertainty about its current mechanical condition. A buyer should approach this vehicle with caution focused on components that deteriorate through inactivity rather than use. Extended standing periods can cause brake discs to surface-corrode, tyres to develop flat spots and perished sidewalls, and suspension bushes to dry out. Seals in the braking system, gearbox, and engine may have hardened without regular operation, risking fluid leaks. The exhaust system and catalytic converter should also be inspected for internal corrosion, as short-trip dormancy accelerates moisture buildup within the silencer and DPF system. Beyond the dormancy risks, the clean MOT history means there is no documented evidence of structural corrosion, suspension wear, or braking defects to rely upon. A thorough underside inspection is essential, paying particular attention to subframes, sills, and jacking points for corrosion, along with coil springs and shock absorbers for deterioration. The brake calipers, hoses, and handbrake cables should be tested for seizure or binding given the extended static period. A full mechanical inspection before purchase is strongly recommended to verify what the paper trail cannot confirm.