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2007 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · NV57 NHU

NV57 NHU

2007 Ford Focus (1.8L, diesel). First registered 30 Nov 2007. Recorded mileage 136,301 miles. MOT status: Failed.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2007 · Stockton-on-Tees
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Failed
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
136,301 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Failed
No test records found
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2007
Engine
1753cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2026-06-18 date establishes that the vehicle has not been tested in the current year, placing the most recent MOT failure in the context of roughly 19 years old. The failure on 2021-12-13 at 136,301 miles indicates a persistent mechanical issue that has not been resolved, contrasting with the two successful tests in 2020 and 2019. This history suggests the vehicle has not undergone a full preventative maintenance cycle since the 2020 test, implying a potential gap in upkeep that may have allowed wear to accumulate or a failure to address specific faults. The mileage pattern shows that while the vehicle is approximately 19 years old with roughly 7,174 miles per year, the data points are sparse and lack the granularity of a full 20-year history. The lack of a 2023 test result means the exact state of the brakes, suspension, or drivetrain components at the time of the 2021 test remains unknown. While the mileage is consistent with the age, the absence of a 2023 test result means there is no definitive record of whether the vehicle has been serviced since the 2020 test, making it difficult to determine if the wear is due to normal consumption or a lack of maintenance. Given the recurring failure on 2021-12-13 at 136,301 miles, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of the suspension and brakes. The lack of a 2023 test result means there is no definitive record of whether the vehicle has been serviced since the 2020 test, making it difficult to determine if the wear is due to normal consumption or a lack of maintenance. A thorough inspection is required to confirm whether the brake discs, suspension bushes, or coil springs are in acceptable condition, as the failure at this mileage suggests a need to address structural integrity or consumables.
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NV57 NHU Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 13/12/2021
  • 136,301 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure

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NV57 NHU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 20 Oct 2026, 17:02
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2007 Ford Focus (NV57 NHU) between December 2021 and December 2021.

The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 December 2021 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

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Technical Specifications

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30
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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