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AA08 ZYG

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,427 mi
Last recorded144,427 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 ZYG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 144,427 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2019 144,416 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested brake pads worn down to metal (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 May 2018 136,243 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 18 May 2018 136,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 128,072 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Apr 2017 128,067 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 May 2016 118,338 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 110,541 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 96,215 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 81,085 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 64,501 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 47,130 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 ZYG is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZYG, 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 ZYG registered?

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

Is AA08 ZYG safe to buy?

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