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2023 Ford Focus ST-Line X Mhev Auto 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · YV23 AAE

YV23 AAE

2023 Ford Focus ST-Line X Mhev Auto (1.0L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 29 Jul 2023. Recorded mileage 17,285 miles. MOT valid until 24 May 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS ST-LINE X MHEV AUTO
Year / Origin
2023 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 24 May 2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (26 Aug 2026)
Recorded Mileage
17,285 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 24 May 2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 26 Aug 2026
Fuel Type
Hybrid Electric (Clean)
Year
2023
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT test on 26 May 2026. At 17,285 miles, the car passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating a stable and maintained state regarding statutory safety standards. The lack of recorded failures suggests that the vehicle has avoided significant mechanical de-rations or structural issues since its initial registration. The mileage pattern is notably low for a three-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,762 miles per year. This low-usage profile typically correlates with reduced wear on high-friction components such as suspension bushes, brake pads, and drivetrain de-stressors. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age can sometimes lead to flat-spotting tyres or corrosion on brake discs if the car has sat for extended periods without regular use. Since the MOT history shows no recurring faults or historical advisories, a physical inspection should focus on verifying the consistency of the low mileage claim. A buyer should check for signs of surface rust on the brake rotors and ensure the tyres show no cracking from age-related degradation. Given the MHEV powertrain, verifying that the service history aligns with these mileage intervals is essential to ensure the hybrid system and battery have been maintained according to manufacturer specifications despite the lack of historical test failures.

YV23 AAE Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
  • 17,285 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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YV23 AAE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2023 Ford Focus St-Line X Mhev Auto (YV23 AAE) between May 2026 and May 2026.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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ADVISORY