2003 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · EF03 OXN

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in September 2025 at 166,851 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement, as the car moved from three consecutive failures in mid-2024 to a defect-free result in its latest test. This transition from multiple failures to a clean record suggests that the previous owner addressed necessary mechanical or structural repairs to bring the vehicle up to standard before the final inspection. The recorded mileage of 166,851 miles over 23 years is consistent with average UK usage, representing approximately 7,254 miles per annum. The data reveals a period of high activity between June 2024 and July 2025, where the vehicle covered 3,540 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid burst of mileage coincides with the cluster of MOT failures during that period, indicating the vehicle may have been under significant stress or used for longer-distance travel before the mechanical issues were finally rectified. Despite the recent clean pass, the history of failures in 2024 necessitates a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking components. A buyer should specifically check for signs of accelerated corrosion on the subframes and mounting points, as these are common failure points for this generation of Focus. Given the previous failures, verifying the condition of the control arm bushes, coil springs, and brake caliper seals is essential to ensure that the recent repairs were not merely temporary fixes for underlying structural wear.