2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · HT57 AEG

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of passing inspections recently. The most recent test on 23 April 2024 at 167,583 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, indicating the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While the record shows a failure in January 2024 just three months prior, the owner appears to have addressed the necessary issues immediately to achieve a pass upon subsequent testing. At 167,583 miles, this 2008 Ford Focus has averaged approximately 9,310 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The data shows a steady accumulation of mileage, with 7,427 miles covered between January 2022 and January 2023, and another 4,619 miles recorded between January 2023 and April 2024. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle is driven regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for maintaining mechanical seals and preventing brake-related corrosion. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, given the age and high mileage of the Focus. Although the MOT record does not list specific recurring mechanical faults, vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion on the subframe, rear arches, and suspension mounting points. The failures in 2022 and 2024 indicate that certain components require periodic attention, so a close check of the suspension bushes, bushings, and brake lines is essential to ensure no hidden degradation is developing.