2008 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · GP57 ADX

The vehicle presents a stable but incomplete roadworthiness profile. The most recent recorded test on 27 February 2023 resulted in a pass with no defects listed, suggesting the car met minimum legal standards at that time. However, the MOT history has lapsed by over three years relative to the current date of 15 July 2026. This significant gap means the current mechanical state is unknown and the vehicle is not currently legal for road use. Mileage data is entirely absent from the provided records. This lack of information prevents a professional assessment of the vehicle's usage patterns or an evaluation of whether the wear is consistent with its 2008 manufacture date. Without mileage figures for the 2021 through 2023 tests, it is impossible to determine if the car has been used as a daily driver or left dormant. The record shows a pattern of failing the initial test and passing on a subsequent attempt in both February 2022 and February 2023. While the specific defects for these failures were not recorded in the data, this trend often indicates a reactive approach to maintenance where faults are only addressed once flagged by a tester. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and suspension mounting points, which are common failure areas for this era of Ford Focus. Given the three-year absence of testing, priority should be given to checking for seized brake calipers, perished rubber bushes, and the general condition of the tyres. A full mechanical health check is essential to identify any degradation caused by prolonged inactivity.