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2020 Ford Focus ST-Line Edition Mhev 1.0L Petrol · YM70 AEF

YM70 AEF

2020 Ford Focus ST-Line Edition Mhev (1.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Dec 2020. Recorded mileage 89,959 miles. MOT valid until 07 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS ST-LINE EDITION MHEV
Year / Origin
2020 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
89,959 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2020
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 9 April 2026 at 89,959 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the record shows a failure on the same day, the immediate pass suggests a minor administrative error or a rapid rectification of a trivial issue, as no specific faults were listed for either entry. The mileage is high for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging nearly 15,000 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between December 2023 and November 2024, where the odometer rose from 58,431 to 80,767 miles. This indicates the car has spent considerable time on long-distance journeys, which generally puts less strain on the engine than frequent short urban trips. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, showing no advisories or failures across several years of testing. This lack of flagged issues suggests a consistent approach to preventative maintenance. However, the high mileage means consumables are likely nearing the end of their service life. A buyer should physically inspect the brake discs and pads for wear and check the depth of the tyre treads, as these are high-wear items not highlighted in the clean MOT record. Given the mileage, checking the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs is advisable to ensure the chassis remains tight. There are no recorded issues with corrosion or exhaust emissions, but a manual check of the underbody for surface rust is standard practice for a vehicle of this age and usage.

YM70 AEF Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
  • 89,959 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
87
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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YM70 AEF Mileage History

  1. 05/12/202358,431 mi
  2. 20/11/202480,767 mi+22,336 mi
  3. 09/04/202689,959 mi+9,192 mi
  4. 09/04/202689,959 mi

Average of roughly 13,455 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YM70 AEF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 02:45
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Ford Focus St-Line Edition Mhev (YM70 AEF) between December 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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