FORD FOCUS2017 · 1.5L Diesel

The 2017 Ford Focus presents a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 5 February 2026 at 63,535 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of annual passes with zero advisories across the full available history. Annual mileage averages 7,059 against the vehicle's nine-year life, a typical figure for the age. The records show steady annual accumulation: 45,482 miles at the 14 February 2022 test, rising to 50,541 by 21 January 2023, 54,270 by 27 January 2024, 58,671 by 4 February 2025, and 63,535 by the February 2026 test. No gaps or sudden jumps appear. The DVSA data is sparse on faults, with every entry listing no defects and no advisories on tyres, brakes, suspension, or corrosion. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the spotless record. The absence of advisories across five years suggests previous owners kept the car to a reasonable standard, yet MOT passes alone do not confirm the condition of coil springs, suspension bushes, or brake disc thickness. Standing periods between low annual use can encourage underseal breakdown and hidden structural rust on sills and subframes. Check the exhaust emissions system and binding calipers during a road test, and verify tyre sidewall age rather than tread alone. The clean history supports confidence, but independent confirmation of mechanical wear remains sensible before purchase.