2007 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · KF57 NBA

The 2007 Ford Focus presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile based on the available DVSA MOT records. The most recent test, conducted on 27 January 2024 at 147,797 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health, following a failed test just two days prior on 25 January 2024 at 147,780 miles, indicates that any minor issue identified was promptly rectified. The maintenance trend is demonstrably stable and improving, with the vehicle consistently passing its annual tests and showing no recurring mechanical or structural faults across the five-year history provided. The mileage accumulation is remarkably linear and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the January 2022 test at 132,705 miles and the January 2024 test at 147,797 miles, the vehicle covered 15,092 miles over two years, averaging approximately 7,546 miles per annum. This aligns closely with the overall lifetime average of roughly 7,779 miles per year. The data is clean, with no anomalous gaps or sudden spikes in recorded mileage that would suggest long periods of inactivity or clocking concerns. The 17-mile increase between the failed and passed tests in January 2024 is consistent with a retest following minor rectification work. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection. The absence of advisories on paper does not guarantee the absence of wear. A 19-year-old vehicle at this mileage will have experienced multiple cycles of consumable components. Prioritise a close examination of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for deterioration, as these degrade with age and mileage regardless of test outcomes. Inspect the condition of the brake discs, pads, and calipers for uneven wear or binding, and check the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age. Finally, a detailed inspection of the subframes, sills, and load-bearing areas for structural corrosion is essential, as this is a common long-term failure point for vehicles of this era and can develop between test dates.