2007 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · EX07 YPE

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 23 June 2025, confirming its roadworthiness status as of that date. The maintenance trend appears to be recovering from a significant failure in June 2024, where the car struggled with both suspension wear and exhaust emission failures. While the 2025 test resulted in a clean pass, the immediate failure on the same day for an engine malfunction light and a lighting defect suggests that the vehicle was presented for testing without a pre-inspection check. This pattern indicates that the owner relies on the MOT process to identify necessary repairs rather than performing proactive maintenance. The recorded mileage of 131,733 over nineteen years averages to approximately 6,900 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a Ford Focus of this vintage. The accumulation of mileage has remained consistent year-on-year, showing no evidence of long-term storage or periods of neglect. The history is relatively clean prior to 2024, suggesting that the mechanical issues encountered recently are likely related to the natural degradation of components expected at this stage of the vehicle's lifecycle rather than systemic abuse. Prospective buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes, as the front inner arms were flagged as worn in 2024. Although these passed in 2025, the underlying components are aged and may require replacement soon to maintain handling stability. Given the previous failure regarding exhaust emissions, verify that the engine runs cleanly at idle and check for any signs of oil consumption or catalytic converter degradation. Inspect the electrical system for intermittent faults, specifically focusing on the engine management light and lighting circuits, as the recent history highlights a tendency for these systems to trigger warnings.