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AA08 UGY

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,434 mi
Last recorded74,434 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 74,434 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 72,961 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust corroding.various components corroding.

Fail 8 Dec 2017 72,961 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust corroding.various components corroding.

Pass 22 May 2017 72,507 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 65,458 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 57,489 miles

Exhaust heat sheild insecure

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

O/S/Front mirror casing damaged

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

Pass 29 May 2014 48,861 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 41,788 miles

both rear tyres splitting and cracking on outer walls.

Fail 20 May 2013 41,788 miles

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

both rear tyres splitting and cracking on outer walls.

Pass 28 May 2012 35,393 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 29,037 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 UGY is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UGY, 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 UGY registered?

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

Is AA08 UGY safe to buy?

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