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AA08 UGX

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

115,551 mi
Last recorded115,551 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 115,551 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 115,438 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 107,493 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 99,383 miles

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

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

n/s/f wheel has dent in the inner of rim

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 20 Jun 2017 99,382 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

n/s/f wheel has dent in the inner of rim

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Jun 2016 92,011 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 92,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 86,507 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 83,148 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill/covers fitted

Fail 5 Jun 2014 83,147 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill/covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2013 79,666 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 63,609 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 63,607 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 47,726 miles

Front 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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AA08 UGX is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 AA08 UGX, 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 AA08 UGX registered?

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

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