2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SH09 FAO

The 2009 Ford Focus has maintained a clean MOT record since its most recent test on 29 November 2023, with no defects or advisories recorded at 123,145 miles. This suggests the vehicle has passed all mandatory checks for brakes, suspension, steering, exhaust emissions, and structural integrity without fail. The absence of recurring failures or advisories in the past three tests—including the duplicate entry for 2022—indicates a stable maintenance pattern, though the repeated November test date for 2022 warrants scrutiny. If this was due to a genuine retest, it implies either a minor oversight or a quick resolution of an unrecorded issue. Otherwise, the lack of faults in the most recent test provides confidence in the vehicle’s current roadworthiness, though a thorough inspection remains essential. The recorded mileage of 123,145 miles over 17 years aligns with typical usage for this age, averaging around 7,244 miles annually. There are no obvious gaps in service intervals, though the sparse MOT history—with tests clustered in November—does not provide insight into intermediate maintenance. The jump from 104,080 miles in November 2021 to 110,871 miles in November 2022 (6,791 miles in a year) and then to 123,145 miles by November 2023 (12,274 miles) suggests variable usage, which could accelerate wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components. The lack of advisories in the latest test does not preclude hidden issues, particularly in areas prone to corrosion or excessive wear after prolonged use. A buyer should prioritise an inspection of the suspension system, focusing on worn or leaking shock absorbers, degraded bushes, and uneven tyre wear that may indicate binding calipers or misaligned wheels. The brakes, though not failed in tests, should be checked for uneven disc thickness, glazed pads, or corrosion in the caliper slides—common in high-mileage vehicles. Structural rust, particularly around the wheel arches, sills, and subframe, is a critical concern for this age, as is the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion. The absence of advisories in recent tests does not guarantee these areas have been addressed, so visual and functional checks are mandatory.