2007 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · BP07 OGW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a highly clean maintenance record. The most recent test on 9 February 2026 at 128,417 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a failure just three days prior at 128,412 miles. This sequence suggests a minor administrative or component-related issue that was rectified immediately, indicating the owner is proactive in addressing failures before they become persistent trends. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between March 2023 and March 2025, the car covered 18,513 miles, maintaining a steady rate of use. The jump of 10,000 miles between the March 2025 and February 2026 tests follows this trend. Such predictable usage reduces the likelihood of extreme mechanical stress associated with high-mileage cycles or the degradation caused by long periods of stationary neglect. Despite the clean MOT history, the buyer must account for age-related wear common to Focus models of this era. A physical inspection should prioritise checking for structural corrosion particularly along the sills, wheel arches, and mounting points where rust often initiates undetected. Given the age, examine the rubber suspension bushes and control arm joints for cracking or tearing, as these often perish before they trigger an MOT failure. Additionally, verify the brake discs for pitting and check the calipers to ensure no binding has occurred despite the recent pass.