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A8 JWS

2023 Ford Focus

Green Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,857 mi
Last recorded82,857 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2023 Ford Focus22,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 JWS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2023
ColourGreen
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 82,857 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 77,707 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 77,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 72,839 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 72,834 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 68,471 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jan 2022 63,597 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Dec 2020 55,503 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 49,212 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 42,069 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50/17 95W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/50/17 95W (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50/17 95W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/50/17 95W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 34,858 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 27,410 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Jan 2017 27,410 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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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A8 JWS is a 2023 Ford Focus in Green. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2023 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 22,938 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A8 JWS, 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 3 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A8 JWS?

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What year was A8 JWS registered?

A8 JWS is a 2023 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 July 2023.

Is A8 JWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 JWS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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