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AB08 CWS

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,713 mi
Last recorded106,713 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 CWS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2019 106,713 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 98,118 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 89,064 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 87,290 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' has a stonechip (8.3.1a)

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 74,368 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 61,710 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 49,075 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 41,788 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2012 34,738 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 25,940 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AB08 CWS is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AB08 CWS, 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 AB08 CWS registered?

AB08 CWS is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AB08 CWS safe to buy?

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