2008 Ford Focus ST500 2.5L Petrol · V50 OST

The vehicle presents a remarkably stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 10 July 2026 at 44,735 miles which passed with no recorded defects. This reflects a consistent trend of mechanical integrity, as the car has cleared four consecutive inspections without a failure. The absence of advisories across multiple years suggests that primary components have remained maintained to a standard that meets minimum operational requirements. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,485 miles per year. The data shows significant gaps in usage; for instance, between March 2017 at 43,726 miles and August 2019 at 43,887 miles, the car covered only 161 miles. Another notable period between July 2022 and July 2026 saw just 392 miles. This low annual mileage indicates the vehicle likely sat stationary for long periods, which reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine but introduces risks related to age-related degradation. While the MOT history is clean, a buyer must inspect for specific issues common to low-mileage, older vehicles. Dry rot rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, are likely despite the lack of tread wear. The buyer should also check for brake caliper seizing or seized sliders resulting from disuse. Furthermore, a physical inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion is vital, as the MOT only identifies surface rust that reaches a point of failure, not the long-term integrity of the aging metalwork.