2007 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · ST57 NRE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in December 2025 at 129,039 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of significant mechanical decline followed by reactive repairs. The failure in November 2025, just one mile after the previous test, revealed critical brake fluctuations and severe rear suspension arm failures. While the December pass indicates these specific faults were rectified, the history suggests the vehicle is only being maintained when it fails an inspection rather than through a preventative schedule. At 129,039 miles over 19 years, the car has averaged approximately 6,800 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage. The data shows a sharp spike in activity between August 2024 and December 2025, where the vehicle covered over 2,400 miles in sixteen months. This recent increased usage, combined with the repeated failures of suspension components and tyres, indicates that the vehicle is currently under higher stress than in previous years, accelerating wear on aging rubber and metal parts. A buyer must prioritise a structural inspection of the chassis and bodywork, as the 2024 record explicitly flagged corrosion on the offside front wing and general corrosion across all front and rear suspension components. Given the history of a fractured coil spring and a detached trailing arm bush in late 2024, a physical inspection should also check the remaining suspension bushes for play or perished rubber. The fluctuating service brakes noted in the 2025 failure suggest potential warped discs or sticking calipers, which require a thorough test drive to ensure the recent repair was effective and complete.