2007 Ford Focus C-MAX 1.6L Petrol · YK07 PRX

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile due to a maintenance history that suggests reactive rather than proactive care. While the last recorded test in November 2021 at 99,971 miles passed, the car has now gone over five years without an MOT inspection. This significant gap in testing means the current state of safety-critical components is entirely unknown. The historical trend shows a recurring pattern of failures related to suspension wear and braking components, indicating that parts are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,260 miles per year. However, the data reveals long intervals of use; for instance, the car covered only 16,570 miles between April 2017 and November 2021. Such low-mile operation over long periods often leads to the degradation of rubber components, dry seals, and surface corrosion on brake discs, which is consistent with the frequent reports of worn suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages found throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the record shows a persistent issue with the nearside rear suspension arm bushes and front anti-roll bar linkages spanning nearly seven years. The braking system also shows a history of pitted and scored discs on both front and rear axles in 2020 and 2021. Given the five-year lapse since the last test, it is highly likely that calipers have seized or pads require immediate attention. The previous failure of a split CV boot in 2019 suggests that the drivetrain seals should also be checked for grease leakage or tearing that may have occurred during the period of inactivity.