2007 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · NJ57 XNW

The vehicle's roadworthiness status is currently unverifiable as the most recent MOT record dates back over four years to January 2022. While the car passed on 19 January 2022, the lack of any testing data between then and July 2026 indicates a significant lapse in official compliance. There is no current evidence to suggest the vehicle is roadworthy or has been maintained to a legal standard in recent years. The mileage remains static at 122,234 miles across both the failed test on 17 January 2022 and the pass two days later. This suggests the vehicle has likely been stationary for a prolonged period. While the average annual mileage of 6,433 miles is typical for a 2007 model, the total absence of mileage accumulation since early 2022 is a red flag for potential mechanical seizure or battery degradation. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on components that deteriorate during long-term storage. Priority should be given to checking for perished tyres, seized brake calipers, and degraded suspension bushes. The absence of recorded defects in 2022 provides little comfort given the age of the chassis, so a thorough check for structural corrosion and rust on the sills and floor pan is essential. The engine and drivetrain require immediate scrutiny to ensure fluids have not settled or leaked. The buyer should check for perished rubber hoses and ensure the exhaust system has not corroded while sitting. Given the gap in the MOT history, a full mechanical service is necessary to verify that the vehicle is safe to return to the road.