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AB08 UTB

2009 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,765 mi
Last recorded109,765 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 UTB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 109,765 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 101,736 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 95,667 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 91,112 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 91,112 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 85,541 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 81,383 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 76,470 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 76,469 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2018 69,975 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 65,459 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 62,344 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 58,662 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 54,896 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 45,171 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 35,841 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 UTB is a 2009 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 71,529 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 UTB, 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 17 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 UTB registered?

AB08 UTB is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 April 2009.

Is AB08 UTB safe to buy?

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