2020 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · WM69 VVR

The 2020 Ford Focus presents with a clean and highly reassuring DVSA MOT history, having secured pass certificates on each of its four most recent tests dated 2026-02-24, 2025-02-28, 2024-02-05, and 2023-01-18, with no advisories or defects recorded on any occasion. The absence of any recorded advisories relating to braking components, suspension wear, tyre condition, or exhaust integrity across four consecutive examinations strongly suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard, with worn consumables being replaced proactively before they deteriorate to failure thresholds. This consistent clean sheet is a positive indicator of mechanical upkeep, indicating the previous keeper has likely addressed minor wear items in advance of testing rather than allowing them to accumulate. With a recorded mileage of 59,937 miles over approximately six years, the vehicle averages around 9,990 miles annually, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a UK domestic Ford Focus. This moderate annual mileage means the engine, manual or automatic transmission, and clutch components have experienced reasonable but not excessive working cycles, while braking and suspension assemblies will have undergone meaningful but not extreme wear. The mileage progression appears consistent and linear, with no apparent extended periods of standing or sudden spikes that would raise concerns regarding component degradation or service schedule interruptions. Despite the spotless official test record, a prospective buyer should still undertake a thorough physical inspection given the vehicle's age and the six-year milestone approaching for several time-based service items. Tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking from age, as rubber compounds degrade through oxidation regardless of tread depth; a six-year-old vehicle can exhibit dry-rot even on tyres with ample tread. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as original fitment units frequently fail between years five and seven, and a failing battery can produce voltage irregularities that trigger dashboard warning lights. Brake discs should be inspected for corrosion and the calipers for smooth operation, particularly if the car has experienced any prolonged standing, which can lead to surface oxidation on the discs and seizing of sliding mechanisms. Additional inspection priorities should include verification of brake fluid age, as moisture absorption degrades fluid performance over a two-year cycle, and a visual check underneath the vehicle for any oil leaks from the engine sump, rocker cover, or front and rear differential seals. On a test drive, listen attentively for any suspension clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mount bearings that have not yet deteriorated enough to fail an MOT but may be approaching replacement. Verify that the service book contains stamps or digital records confirming recent replacement of the timing belt or chain service interval where applicable, check that all warning lights extinguish promptly on ignition, and ensure the dual-clutch automatic transmission, if fitted, performs smooth and shudder-free gear changes during a thorough road test. Finally, inspect the exhaust system for any corrosion at the mounting points and joints, as six winters of road salt exposure will have taken their toll even on a clean MOT record.