Official DVLA Record

2007 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SH56 AMO

SH56 AMO

2007 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 09/01/2007. Recorded mileage 131,054 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2007 · Glasgow
MOT Status
Valid until 26/03/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
131,054 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/03/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2007
Engine
1596cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2007 Ford Focus remains roadworthy, as the March 2025 MOT at 131,054 miles recorded a pass with no defects noted, reflecting a stable maintenance trend. All previous tests from 2022 through 2024 also showed passes with zero defects, indicating consistent upkeep. The vehicle’s mileage has risen from 107,523 miles in May 2022 to 131,054 miles by March 2025, an increase of roughly 23,500 miles over three years, or about 7,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 19‑year‑old car but shows a modest acceleration in the final year. The only minor gap appears between the March 2023 tests, where the mileage rose by just four miles, suggesting continuity in the record. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, examine the brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and check the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust, especially given the high annual mileage; the absence of recorded defects suggests previous owners addressed issues promptly, but a physical inspection remains essential to confirm the condition of these high‑risk components.

SH56 AMO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2025
  • 131,054 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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SH56 AMO Mileage History

  1. 19/05/2022107,523 mi
  2. 23/03/2023111,681 mi+4,158 mi
  3. 27/03/2023111,686 mi+5 mi
  4. 19/03/2024119,980 mi+8,294 mi
  5. 20/03/2025131,054 mi+11,074 mi

Average of roughly 8,295 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SH56 AMO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 00:18
MOT Analysis

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 (SH56 AMO) between May 2022 and March 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 March 2025 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: Bodywork (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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: “Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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