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AB08 KWX

2008 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,270 mi
Last recorded123,270 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 123,270 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 116,093 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 108,640 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 101,723 miles

Fan belts cracked/perishing.

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 92,058 miles

Air intake pipe split (between air filter housing and inlet manifold).

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arms (rear bush). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 84,759 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (rear bush). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 84,759 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (rear bush). (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 77,580 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (rear bushes). (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 70,688 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 64,712 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 58,056 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 46,177 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 37,593 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 29,820 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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AB08 KWX is a 2008 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KWX, 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 AB08 KWX registered?

AB08 KWX is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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