2007 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · PJ57 FXH
2007 Ford Focus (1.8L, petrol). First registered 13 Dec 2007. Recorded mileage 108,036 miles. MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,036 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PJ57 FXH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/10/2026
- 108,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PJ57 FXH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Ford Focus (PJ57 FXH) between September 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))”; “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
PJ57 FXH Mileage History
- 15/09/202378,643 mi
- 02/10/202486,943 mi+8,300 mi
- 16/10/202597,547 mi+10,604 mi
- 08/10/2026107,720 mi+10,173 mi
- 19/10/2026108,036 mi+316 mi
Average of roughly 9,500 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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