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AB08 KVM

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,168 mi
Last recorded82,168 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KVM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 82,168 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 76,218 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 71,979 miles

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

plastic covers on floors and engine

Pass 22 Nov 2016 62,819 miles

plastic covers on floors and engine

Pass 25 Nov 2015 55,482 miles

covers on floors and engine

Fail 25 Nov 2015 55,482 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working fitted bulb (1.3.2b)

covers on floors and engine

Pass 27 Nov 2014 43,309 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 40,235 miles

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

rear tyres perished / cracked side walls

Pass 1 Aug 2012 36,928 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 30 Jul 2012 36,920 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nail in rear tyre

interior mirror missing

Pass 13 May 2011 31,401 miles

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

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

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 KVM 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 AB08 KVM, 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 KVM registered?

AB08 KVM is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is AB08 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 KVM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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