2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FN08 DJU

The 2008 Ford Focus presents a stable roadworthiness trend with no recorded defects across its three most recent MOT tests. The latest examination on 5 February 2024 at 157,878 miles returned a clean pass, matching the fault-free results from 9 December 2022 at 152,702 miles and 8 December 2021 at 138,330 miles. The absence of advisories or failures over this period indicates the vehicle has met minimum statutory standards without escalating mechanical concerns. Annual mileage sits at a typical 8,771 miles for an 18-year-old car. The records show 14,372 miles added between December 2021 and December 2022, then only 5,176 miles across the following 14 months to February 2024. That slowdown suggests lighter recent use, though a 14-month gap separates the final two tests rather than a strict twelve-month cycle. The supplied history is sparse, with just three entries and no flagged wear on tyres, brakes, suspension bushes, or corrosion. A clean MOT sheet does not certify condition, only compliance at test time. The buyer should still inspect brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and examine coil springs and suspension arms for fatigue unseen by the tester. At 157,878 miles the original drivetrain mounts and exhaust hangers may show age-related cracking. Structural integrity around sills and subframes warrants a physical check for hidden rust, as surface corrosion often escapes the pass threshold. Given the low recent mileage, stale fluid in the gearbox and coolant should be verified. The record implies a previous owner who kept the car legally roadworthy, but no evidence of proactive mechanical investment beyond the test requirement.