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AC08 AVV

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,197 mi
Last recorded114,197 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 AVV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 114,197 miles

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Fail 24 Oct 2024 114,188 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction investigate-reset- possible ectrical fault battery light intermittant too (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and arch and joining angles (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and arch and joining angles (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm uneven inner tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

air intake pipe damaged,osf rim buckle,exhaust-flexi-clamps rusting,underbody-springs-suspension-rear arms-frame-sills-arches-running gear rusting,sills-arches covered with trims

battery light on/off while engine running,steering-cog warning on but steering and brakes all working fine,engine oil minumum-anti freeze minimum -service due,boot switch inop

inner sills rusting covered by trims,nsf inner cv boot damp,rear tyre inner treads uneven wear,rear brake judder,key buttons faulty,central locking inop-electrical issues-investigate

Pass 26 Sep 2023 109,707 miles

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Fail 25 Sep 2023 109,707 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

battery warning light on while running,os headlight play,intake air pipe poor,engine oil low-engine rattle,gearbox oil leak-covers fitted,rear linkbars play

springs-shockers-exhaust-underbody-sills-arches-running gear rusting,sills-arches covered with trims,front suspension arms play

Pass 15 Sep 2022 103,673 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 96,490 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 91,430 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 80,972 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2019 80,873 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 69,146 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Aug 2017 57,614 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 47,890 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 38,415 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 37,586 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 35,234 miles

nsf tyre outer sidewall scrubbed

Fail 13 Mar 2013 31,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 31,365 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 26,767 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 26,767 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2011 22,708 miles

Nearside 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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AC08 AVV is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AC08 AVV, 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 AC08 AVV registered?

AC08 AVV is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 AVV safe to buy?

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