Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci reliable?

Based on MOT data from 106 vehicles, the 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Focus Studio Tdci (2007)

106 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.1% first-time pass rate

2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci

CarHunch analysed 106 real MOT records for the 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Limited data for this trim variant. The DVLA records this vehicle under a specific trim-level name with only 106 vehicles on record — some statistics may not be reliable at this sample size.

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We have limited data for the 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

79.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.16

Over 1.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

159k

Middle half: 126k–176k

For context

These stats describe 106 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 106 vehicles — here's what to check.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

158,715

typical

126,255

low mileage

175,580

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdci vehicles fall between 126,255 and 175,580 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 126,255 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 126,255–175,580 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Ford Focus Studio Tdcis sit.

⚠ Over 237,033 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.16

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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