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A20 BOP

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

120,963 mi
Last recorded120,963 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BOP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 120,963 miles

all rear suspension components corroded

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 18 May 2019 108,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 101,988 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 94,128 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 94,124 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 86,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust box corroded but not leaking

Pass 15 May 2015 78,406 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 69,362 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 May 2013 60,988 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 53,559 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 45,636 miles

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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A20 BOP is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A20 BOP, 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.

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What year was A20 BOP registered?

A20 BOP is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is A20 BOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 BOP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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