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AA08 ZYF

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,469 mi
Last recorded121,469 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 ZYF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 121,469 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 117,238 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 114,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 114,087 miles

Central Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 106,369 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 99,073 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 93,064 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 93,064 miles

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

Front Inner both tyres sightly worn.

Pass 18 Apr 2016 88,229 miles

advise rear silencer corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2015 73,007 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 61,828 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 48,931 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 37,092 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 37,092 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 27,359 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 ZYF is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZYF, 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 ZYF registered?

AA08 ZYF is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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