2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · DG08 AEB

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a successful pass on 12 December 2025 at 139,040 miles. The maintenance trend appears exceptionally stable, as the car has cleared its annual inspections without a single recorded advisory or failure item over the last three years. While the record shows immediate re-tests on the same day during the 2024 and 2025 inspections, these instances lacked specific defect logs, suggesting the initial failures likely stemmed from minor administrative or procedural issues rather than underlying mechanical degradation. The recorded mileage of 139,040 over eighteen years averages approximately 7,724 miles per annum, which aligns with standard usage patterns for this model. The consistency of the annual mileage accumulation, moving from 124,116 miles in December 2023 to 139,040 miles by December 2025, indicates the vehicle has remained in regular, active service. There are no signs of long-term storage or erratic usage, which often contribute to premature seal perishing or fuel system degradation. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the Ford Focus platform, specifically targeting areas the MOT test may not fully capture. You should examine the structural integrity of the rear subframe mounts and the inner sills, as these are common corrosion points for this generation of Focus that can occasionally bypass superficial inspections. Verify the condition of the suspension bushes and the state of the coil springs, as these components often reach the end of their service life at this mileage. Check for any signs of uneven tyre wear, which would indicate neglected wheel alignment or worn track rod ends, and ensure the clutch bite point and gearbox synchromesh remain smooth, as these drivetrain elements are subject to significant wear at this age.