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AA08 YXT

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,940 mi
Last recorded68,940 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 YXT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2019 68,940 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 coil springs are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine cover fitted

Exhaust flexy deteriorated

Exhaust heat shield slightly insecure

Exhaust system corroded

Under shields fitted

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Jun 2018 66,074 miles

Corrosion to all 4 suspension coil springs

Engine cover and under tray fitted

Exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Exhaust heat shield slightly insecure

Exhaust system including support hangers corroded

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 63,369 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 61,034 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 58,426 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 56,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 51,190 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

oil dampness at top of gearbox - further investigation required

Pass 15 Jun 2012 39,202 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2011 26,837 miles

wipers slight smear

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 YXT is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YXT, 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 YXT registered?

AA08 YXT is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is AA08 YXT safe to buy?

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