2020 Ford Focus Titanium Edition Mhev 1.0L Petrol · YY70 NNU

A consistent run of clean MOT passes defines this 2020 Ford Focus Titanium Edition MHEV, with the most recent test on 11 December 2025 returning a pass and no advisories or failures recorded, and the prior examination on 11 December 2024 producing the same fault-free outcome. Across the three tests on file, there is only one advisory item: a note from the 5 December 2023 pass that both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. The absence of any structural, braking, suspension or exhaust advisories across six years of testing is a notable data point, though an MOT pass only confirms roadworthiness on the day of test and does not establish the broader mechanical condition of the vehicle. The overall trend visible in the record is stable, with no deterioration in defect profile between the 2024 and 2025 examinations. Recorded mileage stands at 33,685 miles over approximately six years, which equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 5,600 miles, a notably low figure for a car of this age. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline, with examinations falling at standard annual intervals, and the recorded mileages across tests have progressed in a manner consistent with steady light use rather than extended periods off the road or sudden long-distance accumulation. Mechanically, this lower-than-average usage pattern reduces wear on high-mileage components such as the clutch, brake friction material and engine internals, but it can also mean longer intervals between operating cycles for items that suffer from underuse, including the 12V battery, brake discs (which can develop light surface corrosion from infrequent braking) and the mild hybrid system's 48V electrical components if the vehicle has been parked for extended stretches. For a prospective buyer, the single component category flagged historically is the front tyres, specifically edge wear on both sides as noted in 2023. On inspection, the current set of tyres should be checked for uneven shoulder wear, which on a Focus typically points to incorrect camber, worn front suspension components such as wishbone bushes, top mounts, or drop links, or geometry that has drifted following kerb impacts. During a test drive, any knocking or clonking from the front end over bumps, vagueness in steering response, or uneven tyre wear across the axle should be investigated before purchase. Given the advisory was recorded two years ago, confirm whether the tyres were replaced at that point and inspect the sidewalls for any cracking or perishing consistent with age rather than use. The braking system has not attracted any advisories across the available history, but the low annual mileage warrants a close check of the front brake discs for lipping and surface rust pitting, particularly given the Focus's known tendency for front disc wear when used predominantly in urban conditions. On a test drive, listen for any binding or scraping from the calipers on light throttle release and feel for pedal judder under firm braking. The mild hybrid system should be confirmed as fully operational, with the engine starting promptly and the auto start-stop function engaging smoothly, as any warning lights related to the 48V architecture or the BSG (belt-driven starter generator) would warrant diagnostic investigation. A thorough pre-purchase inspection on a ramp remains advisable to assess underside condition, given that MOT advisories for this generation of Focus commonly relate to rear suspension bushes and underbody corrosion around the rear subframe mounting points, none of which have yet manifested in this particular vehicle's recorded test history.