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ABZ 660

2008 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

17,370 mi
Last recorded17,370 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABZ 660
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 17,370 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 17,018 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Subframes and suspension components very rusty

Pass 6 Feb 2024 16,073 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 15,553 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 15,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 15,053 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 14,620 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 13,957 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 12,921 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 11,995 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 11,458 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Feb 2017 11,458 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Feb 2016 10,948 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 10,657 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2015 10,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 10,203 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slightly worn/corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2013 8,974 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 8,974 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 8,256 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 7,418 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 7,154 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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ABZ 660 is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 ABZ 660, 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 ABZ 660 registered?

ABZ 660 is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is ABZ 660 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABZ 660 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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