2017 Ford Focus RS 2.3L Petrol · RS02 AGE

The vehicle maintains a pristine roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent MOT on 17 June 2026 at 6,599 miles. This follows a consistently stable maintenance trend with no recorded defects or advisories across the last four testing cycles. The absence of reported faults suggests the car has been kept in a controlled environment and has been subjected to minimal mechanical stress. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 733 miles per year. Between the March 2022 test at 4,785 miles and the July 2024 test at 5,643 miles, the car covered only 858 miles in over two years. While this low usage reduces wear on the drivetrain, engine, and braking friction materials, it also indicates the vehicle has likely sat for long periods. Such inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber components and the stagnation of vital fluids. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the risks associated with low-mileage storage rather than mechanical wear-and tear. Check the tyres for flat spots or sidewall cracking, and inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or seized calipers from lack of use. It is vital to examine the suspension bushes and perished rubber for cracks, as these age over time regardless of mileage. Given the history, verifying that the engine oil and brake fluid have been changed according to time intervals rather than distance is critical for internal component health.