2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · DU17 AEA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile as evidenced by the most recent MOT results. The latest test conducted on 4 February 2026 at 136,905 miles passed with no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a consistent trend of clean passes over the previous three years, suggesting that the owner has addressed necessary mechanical requirements to keep the vehicle operational without recurring failures. The mileage data reflects consistent and high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 15,000 miles per annum. Between February 2023 at 82,869 miles and February 2025 at 118,413 miles, the vehicle covered over 35,000 miles in a two-year span. While a failure was recorded on 21 February 2024 at 99,636 miles, the immediate re-test on the same day just three miles later points to a minor or consumable issue that was rectified instantly, rather than a long-term mechanical neglect. Given the high cumulative mileage, a physical inspection should focus on components subject to accelerated wear from heavy use. The buyer should examine the suspension geometry for perished bushes and worn coil springs, which often degrade rapidly after the 100,000-mile mark. Checking for thin brake discs and seized calipers is also vital, alongside a thorough inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion to ensure the high-mileage history has not compromised the structural integrity of the frame.