Hi all. I have a 2007 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi, with 64k miles (90% motorway driving at 70-80mph). The car has basically been 100% reliable since I bought it when it was nine months old, but recently it has starting 'hestitating' during driving.
It is possible for the water pump to last for the entire life of the vehicle. But it is a simple machine with moving parts, which means that failure will inevitably strike. The only question is how long will it take to happen. Bad Water Pump Signs: Ford Focus. Here are the most common symptoms of a bad water pump in your Focus: 1. Noise 61Ip6rD.