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AA08 TYP

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,898 mi
Last recorded42,898 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 TYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 42,898 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 42,517 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 41,613 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 41,591 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 40,670 miles

EML on.

Pass 26 May 2016 38,858 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 1 Jun 2015 37,281 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 35,100 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 32,896 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 30,302 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,349 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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AA08 TYP is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver 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 AA08 TYP, 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 AA08 TYP registered?

AA08 TYP is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is AA08 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 TYP 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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