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A16 LHP

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

92,533 mi
Last recorded92,533 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 LHP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 92,533 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

offside inner driveshaft gaiter deteriorating

Pass 28 Jan 2025 89,282 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 86,403 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 86,400 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 83,412 miles

some wear in front suspension compliance bushes

Pass 2 Feb 2022 81,062 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Reverse light not working

Wipers could be improved

Pass 12 Feb 2021 77,161 miles

slight wear in front suspension compliance bushes

Pass 24 Jan 2020 75,932 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 71,946 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 68,875 miles

Rear coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 65,311 miles

all 4 tyres getting low on tread

hand controls fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2016 60,961 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Some wheel bearing/tyre noise from rear

Fail 9 Feb 2016 60,957 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Some wheel bearing/tyre noise from rear

Pass 13 Feb 2015 58,351 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 55,711 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake discs deterioating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2013 53,255 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 49,317 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2012 49,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 37,913 miles

front No plate surface damage

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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A16 LHP is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 74,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 LHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 LHP registered?

A16 LHP is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is A16 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 LHP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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