2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · YR58 AAF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on three consecutive clean MOT records over the last three years. The most recent test in December 2022 at 158,645 miles saw the car passing with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that the mechanical and structural components met the minimum DVSA standards at that time, suggesting a period of proactive maintenance or at least consistent reactive repairs following the single failure recorded in late 2019. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. Between December 2019 and December 2022, the car covered 18,301 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 6,000 miles annually. This regularity suggests regular operation, which is often beneficial for seals and mechanical components that suffer during long periods of standing. However, because the last recorded test took place over three and a half years ago, the vehicle is now significantly overdue for a fresh inspection to verify the current state of its drivetrain and chassis. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas most prone to wear on a Ford Focus of this mileage. While the MOT history is clean, the age of the vehicle increases the risk of perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and control arms. Inspect for signs of corrosion on the rear subframe and wheel arches, as structural rust often develops before it becomes a test failure. Given the time elapsed since the last recorded check, a thorough examination of brake fluid condition and fluid leak points is essential to ensure no significant degradation has occurred since the December 2022 test.