2010 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SB04 ADA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing its annual inspections. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 147,200 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating the car currently meets the minimum safety and emissions standards. This follows a brief failure in October 2024, which was immediately rectified to achieve a pass, suggesting that the current owner is reactive to identified mechanical faults. At 147,200 miles over 16 years, the Focus averages approximately 9,200 miles per annum, which aligns closely with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent usage with intervals of roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles between each annual test date from 2022 through 2025. This regular usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of inactivity, which often leads to seal degradation and internal corrosion in older Ford drivetrain components. While the recent records are clean, the high mileage necessitates a thorough physical inspection of wear-prone components common to this Focus generation. A buyer should specifically examine the front suspension geometry, including lower control arms and coil springs, for signs of fatigue or perished bushings. Given the age and mileage, checking for structural integrity regarding surface corrosion on the sills and rear subframe is vital, as the MOT only identifies structural rust once it reaches a point of significant failure. The condition of the brake lines and the state of the calipers should also be verified to ensure no significant seizing has developed since the last inspection.