2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · FG58 WWH

The 2008 Ford Focus presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 16 February 2026 at 54,884 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior clean pass dated 10 February 2025 at 53,440 miles confirms the vehicle has cleared its last two annual examinations without advisories or faults. Recorded mileage stands at 54,884 against an 18 year lifespan, equating to roughly 3,049 miles per year. The DVSA entries show gentle accumulation: 52,190 miles on 21 February 2024, 52,194 on 6 March 2024, 53,440 on 10 February 2025, and 54,884 on 16 February 2026. Two failed tests appear in February 2024 and February 2025 yet list no defects, indicating administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than mechanical rejection. The sparse, clean record gives no evidence of neglected consumables or deferred structural repair. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe corrosion given the vehicle's age and likely periods of standing. Low annual use accelerates perishables such as brake hoses and tyre sidewalls more than wear components. The absence of advisories across four years suggests the previous keeper addressed items before test, but DVSA data alone cannot confirm underside condition. Verify the February 2024 and February 2025 failures were clerical by checking the V5C and asking the seller for the test certificates. Inspect brake discs and calipers for binding after storage, and confirm exhaust emissions remain within limits under cold start. The record implies careful, low-mileage ownership, yet age-related rust remains the principal risk on a 2008 hatchback.