2007 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · DN07 OEO

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred attention regarding suspension and consumables. The most recent test in July 2025 at 73,345 miles passed despite carrying long-standing advisories for corroded rear coil springs and four worn tyres. While the car consistently passes tests, the recurring nature of these faults across five years suggests the owner only addresses issues when they approach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,345 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,860 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns with annual increments of roughly 2,000 to 4,000 miles between each test from 2021 to 2025. This low mileage profile often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and metal rather than mechanical wear from distance, which aligns with the persistent suspension bush and spring corrosion noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry. The tester flagged worn inner suspension arm bushes in every test between 2021 and 2023. While these did not result in failures at the time, repeated wear in these components can compromise handling and cause uneven tyre degradation. The corroded rear coil springs have been flagged since 2021; these should be physically inspected for deep cracks or thinning metal, as surface corrosion on load-bearing components can eventually lead to sudden structural failure. The tyre history is also a concern, with records consistently showing tyres worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges from 2022 through 2025. This indicates either a persistent alignment issue or a simple failure to replace tyres before they become unsafe. Before purchasing, verify the tread depth and age of all four tyres to ensure the low-mileage usage has not resulted in dry rot or neglected rubber compounds.