2017 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · YT67 HBC

The 2017 Ford Focus presents a stable and currently sound mechanical state, confirmed by a clean pass on 7 April 2026 at 54,015 miles with zero defects recorded. While the vehicle has a history of MOT failures in previous years, the trend is clearly resolving. The most recent test demonstrates that the car meets all required roadworthiness standards without any advisories or defects, indicating diligent maintenance leading up to the current date. The mileage accumulation aligns well with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 6,000 miles annually. Between the August 2024 test at 38,141 miles and the August 2025 test at 48,868 miles, the car covered 10,727 miles, reflecting a period of regular use. This dropped slightly to 5,147 miles over the subsequent eight months leading to the April 2026 test. The record is clean and consistent, showing no anomalous gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest long-term standing or severe misuse. Although the MOT record shows no recurring mechanical faults, the pattern of failing and passing on the same day in August 2024 and August 2025 warrants attention. The 2024 test at 38,141 miles and the 2025 test at 48,868 miles both resulted in initial failures with no specific defects documented, followed by passes within 48 hours. This typically points to minor, rectified items such as lighting, wipers, or tyre pressures rather than structural corrosion or suspension wear. A buyer should still inspect the condition of the brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, and tyre tread depth physically, as the low annual mileage can sometimes lead to surface corrosion on brake components from prolonged standing. The clean pass in April 2026 confirms the car is currently roadworthy, but verifying the condition of consumables remains prudent.