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AA08 UEU

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

140,099 mi
Last recorded140,099 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 UEU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 140,099 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 136,807 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 133,339 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 129,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Feb 2023 129,854 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 122,627 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 114,829 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 105,424 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 91,442 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 80,575 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 73,402 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 68,185 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 61,795 miles

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 17 Mar 2014 52,023 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 45,607 miles

Electronic Stability light on

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 38,755 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 31,049 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 UEU is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 UEU, 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 UEU registered?

AA08 UEU is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AA08 UEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 UEU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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