2007 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · WG56 UGO

This 2007 Ford Focus has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with no defects recorded in any of the five tests conducted between November 2022 and December 2025. The most recent test on 5 December 2025—just five months ago—confirmed the vehicle passed without fail, though the preceding day’s failed test at 91,093 miles suggests a technical oversight rather than a recurring mechanical issue. The absence of advisories or repeated failures on critical components implies the vehicle has not experienced systematic neglect, though the near-consecutive pass/fail in December 2025 warrants scrutiny of whether this was a procedural error or an undetected marginal fault. The recorded mileage of 91,102 miles at the latest test reflects an unusually low annual average of approximately 4,800 miles over the past nine years, which is well below the typical wear expected for a vehicle of this age. The most significant mileage jump occurred between the 2023 and 2024 tests, where the odometer increased by 3,767 miles in just over a year—suggesting either a period of heavier use or a reset. The consistency of passing tests despite low mileage indicates the vehicle has not been subjected to excessive stress, but the prolonged periods between tests (nearly a year between 2022 and 2023) could imply the owner deferred maintenance rather than drove the car regularly. Given the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which are prone to dry rot and cracking in a vehicle of this age. The near-failure in December 2025, coupled with the lack of recorded defects, raises the possibility of undetected brake wear—particularly rear caliper binding or uneven disc thickness—which could have been missed during the test. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on the wheel arches, sills, and subframe for signs of corrosion, as these areas are critical for long-term safety. Finally, the brakes themselves, despite no MOT failures, should be checked for uneven pad thickness or glazing, as low mileage does not preclude gradual degradation.