2007 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · ND07 VRZ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in March 2024 at 155,529 miles passed, it occurred only two days after a failure caused by a leaking nearside front shock absorber and worn tyres. The persistence of a non-excessive oil leak from 2021 through 2024 suggests a long-term mechanical condition that the owner has opted to monitor rather than rectify. At 155,529 miles, the car has averaged approximately 8,186 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a nineteen-year-old vehicle. There is a notable gap in records between June 2021 and March 2023, where only 1,027 miles were recorded over nearly two years. However, the rapid accumulation of 7,421 miles between the March 2023 and 2024 tests indicates a recent period of higher usage, which likely accelerated the wear seen on the aging suspension and steering components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front-end geometry and steering system. The record shows recurring issues with steering rackends in 2024 and previous play in the track rod end from 2021, suggesting the steering assembly is reaching the end of its service life. The offside front CV boot noted deteriorated in 2021 should be inspected for fresh tears to prevent drive joint failure. Given the persistent oil leak and loose exhaust heat shields, a thorough underbody check is necessary to ensure no significant structural corrosion is affecting the mounting points or exhaust system.