2007 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · SL07 KUU

A recurring theme of corrosion and an earlier major suspension failure defines this Focus’s MOT record – a fractured near‑side front coil spring in 2022 required a failure, and subsequent tests continue to flag rust on the rear sill and front sub‑frame, plus an oil leak that remains non‑excessive. The latest pass on 9 November 2023 recorded a single inoperative registration lamp and the same rust and oil‑leak advisories, indicating that the vehicle has not progressed to new serious faults but still carries unresolved corrosion and leakage concerns. Mileage has never been logged in the MOT history, so no quantitative assessment of annual kilometre accumulation can be made. The eight recorded tests span from March 2018 to November 2023, with roughly yearly intervals apart from a pair of tests in early 2021 and a duplicate entry on the same day in October 2022, suggesting the car has been presented for inspection on a regular schedule. Without mileage data, wear rates for wear items such as tyres, suspension bushings and engine components cannot be inferred, and a prospective buyer should treat the lack of mileage as a gap that must be filled by a physical odometer reading and service records if available. When inspecting the suspension, focus on the near‑side front coil spring and its mounting points; listen for metallic knocks over bumps, feel for excessive bounce or uneven ride height, and verify that the spring is intact and the surrounding bushings show no play. The rust noted on the rear outer sill and front sub‑frame should be examined for any progression – any flaking or perforation could compromise structural integrity, so probe the metal with a screwdriver and watch for soft spots. The oil leak, though recorded as non‑excessive, warrants a visual check for fresh oil stains around the valve cover, oil filter housing or front sump, and a test drive should be watched for oil on the under‑tray or a rising oil level. The heat‑shield looseness flagged in several years should be confirmed by ensuring all shields are securely fastened and not rattling at idle or under acceleration; a rattling noise can indicate a loose or broken shield that may allow excess heat to affect nearby components. Rear tyres were previously described as slightly damaged or cracking, so inspect tread depth and sidewall condition for any dry rot or bulges, and verify that the tyre pressure holds steady. Finally, verify that the near‑side registration lamp operates correctly and that the child‑seat fitting does not obstruct the adult belt – remove the seat to check belt wear and retractor function, as a blocked belt can be a safety issue even though it does not affect MOT pass/fail status.