2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SL58 GMU

The vehicle appears mechanically stable based on the available MOT data, though the most recent test dates back to December 2023. At 79,164 miles, the car passed its last inspection with no defects recorded. The history shows a pattern of immediate rectification, as the failures on November 25, 2021, and November 28, 2022, were resolved within days to achieve a pass. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2008 model, averaging roughly 4,398 miles per year. Between November 2021 and December 2023, the car covered 13,865 miles. This low usage suggests the vehicle has not been subject to heavy motorway wear, but the gap since the last test in December 2023 means the current roadworthiness is unverified for the past 18 months. A buyer must scrutinize the vehicle for issues common to low-mileage cars that have sat idle. Check for perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, which degrade over time regardless of mileage. The absence of recorded advisories is positive, but a physical inspection should focus on brake disc corrosion and potential seizing of calipers due to inactivity. Inspect the underbody for structural rust, as the MOT record does not explicitly detail the condition of the chassis. While the clean test history suggests a well-maintained example, the lack of any recorded wear on consumables over several years is unusual. Verify that the oil and other essential fluids have been changed regularly despite the low annual mileage to ensure engine longevity.