2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · NG57 CDZ

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a worsening trend in structural degradation. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 105,299 miles, this followed a failure just two weeks prior due to excessive corrosion on the nearside rear structure. The transition from no recorded defects in early 2024 to multiple structural advisories in 2025 and 2026 indicates that the integrity of the chassis and sub-frames is reaching a critical stage. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 105,299 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,850 miles per year. However, the usage pattern shows a significant increase in activity between January 2024 (93,680 miles) and January 2025 (99,077 miles), where the car covered over 5,000 miles in a single year. This low mileage, combined with the age of the vehicle, suggests it may have spent long periods sitting stationary, which has likely accelerated the oxidation of the metal components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and all mounting points. The tester has repeatedly flagged corrosion across the nearside rear and offside rear inner and outer structures. The January 2026 failure specifically highlighted excessive corrosion affecting structural strength on the nearside rear, suggesting that while it currently meets the minimum threshold for passing, the metal is thinning rapidly. Immediate attention is also required for basic maintenance of consumable items. The most recent test noted a nearside front inner tyre worn to the legal limit and a perished nearside rear outer tyre. These issues, paired with the recurring rust, suggest a maintenance philosophy of reactive repair rather than proactive care of the underwork. The structural state of the chassis represents the primary risk for this vehicle.