2007 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · YC07 NLT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred repairs and recurring mechanical neglect. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 150,738 miles resulted in a pass, it confirmed persistent issues with underbody corrosion and a leaking exhaust back box. The transition from a significant failure in 2024 to a pass in 2025 suggests the owner addressed only the minimum faults required to pass the test rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a well-used vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of mileage, moving from 147,491 miles in July 2023 to 149,891 miles in August 2024, and then another 847 miles by the August 2025 test. This low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components, which is evidenced by the perishing tyres and split CV boots noted throughout the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underbody and suspension, as the tester has repeatedly flagged corrosion and worn suspension arm bushes. The presence of brake pipes covered in grease is a specific red flag often used to hide heavy rust, which poses a risk to the structural integrity of the braking system. Furthermore, the history of fractured coil springs and split CV boots indicates that the front-end components are under significant stress. Particular attention should be paid to the exhaust leak and the state of the rear brakes to ensure these known issues are not worsening since the last inspection.