2012 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · ST62 ACJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing tests. The most recent inspection conducted on 30 March 2026 at 68,537 miles passed without defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a brief failure in April 2025 which was rectified immediately within one mile to achieve a clean pass, suggesting the owner is proactive in addressing faults once they are flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. Between April 2023 and March 2024, the car covered 5,421 miles, while the subsequent year saw a slight increase to 6,653 miles. This low usage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based parts, such as suspension bushes and tyre seals, which are not always fully captured during a standard MOT test. Given the clean records from the three most recent tests, a physical inspection should focus on components susceptible to age rather than high mileage. A buyer should check for signs of corrosion on the structural sills and wheel arches, as these are common weak points on this generation regardless of distance driven. Additionally, the brake calipers should be inspected for seizing or pitting, as low-use vehicles often suffer from surface rust on the discs. Checking the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking is also essential as the age of the rubber likely exceeds its integrity despite sufficient tread depth.