2013 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · YR13 VSC

This 2013 Ford Focus presents a clean bill of health across its entire MOT history, with the most recent test on 21 May 2026 at 39,398 miles passing with zero defects. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong. Every recorded test from May 2022 through May 2026 has returned a pass with no advisories or failures, indicating diligent upkeep and no recurring mechanical or structural issues over a four-year window. The mileage pattern reinforces a picture of careful, low-intensity use. The vehicle has covered just 4,849 miles between May 2022 and May 2026, averaging roughly 1,212 miles per year over that period. Across its full thirteen-year life, the total of 39,398 miles equates to approximately 3,031 miles annually, well below the UK average. The annual increments are steady and gradual, with no sudden spikes in accumulation that would suggest prolonged high-mileage driving or neglect through inactivity. The record is complete and unbroken, with no gaps in testing continuity. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that spend extended periods stationary can develop issues that MOT tests do not always capture, such as perished rubber suspension bushes, seized brake calipers, or corroded exhaust components from short-trip condensation. The front lower suspension arms and rear beam bushes on the Mk3 Focus are known to deteriorate with age regardless of mileage, so these should be checked for cracking or play. Tyre date codes deserve attention too; even with shallow tread, rubber older than six years can harden and compromise grip. Underneath, inspect the subframe and sill edges for surface corrosion, as the 2013 Focus generation can be susceptible to rust in these areas, particularly if the car has been stored on damp ground. A short test drive should verify that the clutch bite point is normal, the gearbox shifts cleanly without synchro graunch, and the brakes do not pull or bind under firm application. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but age-related deterioration can develop between annual tests, making a pre-purchase inspection a sensible precaution.