2007 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · DA56 LRZ

The 2007 Ford Focus currently holds a failed MOT status from the 10 December 2025 test at 135,276 miles, with no defects formally recorded against the failure. Across the prior two years the vehicle showed a repeating pass-fail pattern at the same December test sittings, indicating inconsistent pre-test preparation rather than a clear mechanical deterioration trend. The maintenance record is sparse, showing no advisories or defects logged on any pass or fail entry, which limits diagnostic certainty but suggests no chronic structural or emissions issues were raised by testers. Annual mileage averages near 7,120 miles, consistent with typical use for a 19-year-old car. The records show 116,859 miles on 7 December 2023, rising to 116,865 miles six days later, then 126,315 miles by 11 December 2024 and 135,276 miles by 10 December 2025. The 9,000-mile annual increments are steady; no standing periods or sudden accumulation are evident from the data. The clean defect fields across all entries mean wear on consumables such as tyres, brake discs, and suspension bushes was either within limits or simply not noted by the tester. A buyer should physically verify structural integrity and corrosion on sills, subframes, and suspension mounts, as the MOT entries give no visibility of these areas despite the car's age. The repeated December failures with zero recorded defects point to administrative or undocumented faults, so a full mechanical inspection of binding calipers, coil springs, and exhaust emissions is warranted before purchase. Given the failed 2025 test, the vehicle is not roadworthy until the presenting fault is identified and cleared.