2009 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · YP09 VFF

The most recent MOT test conducted on 15 December 2025 resulted in a pass, continuing a consistent trend of roadworthiness over the previous three years. The absence of recorded defects or advisories across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests indicates a stable maintenance profile. This suggests that the vehicle has been systematically maintained to meet DVSA standards without recurring mechanical failures, which is a positive indicator for a prospective buyer. With a recorded mileage of 117,213 miles over a seventeen year period, the vehicle has averaged approximately 6,895 miles per annum. This usage rate is typical for its age and suggests a balanced life of mixed driving cycles. While the mileage is not excessively high, it is sufficient to mean that primary drivetrain components have been regularly exercised, reducing the risk of seals drying out or fluids stagnating, though it does place the vehicle in a window where wear and tear consumables will require close scrutiny. Given the clean MOT history, the inspection should shift toward age related degradation that may not trigger a failure but affects long term reliability. A thorough physical examination of the tyre sidewalls is essential to check for perishing or hairline cracking, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth. The buyer should also inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and check for binding calipers, which can occur in older vehicles. During a test drive, listen for clunks or knocks from the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these rubber and steel components fatigue over seventeen years and may be nearing the end of their service life. Further attention must be paid to calendar based maintenance rather than just mileage. Verify the service history for evidence of regular oil changes and coolant flushes, as fluid acidity increases with age and can corrode internal engine components. The health of the 12V battery should be tested, and the condition of the exhaust system should be checked for signs of structural corrosion or leaks. Finally, ensure that the timing belt and water pump have been replaced in accordance with the manufacturer intervals, as a failure here would result in catastrophic engine damage.