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AC08 CXZ

2008 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

88,883 mi
Last recorded88,883 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 CXZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 88,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 88,883 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 80,413 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2024 80,413 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Jan 2023 69,657 miles

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

Offside Rear Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 17 Jan 2022 59,196 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 50,445 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 44,585 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 35,394 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 27,611 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 26,439 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 24,688 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 22,033 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 19,309 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 19,309 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 May 2013 16,835 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 16,814 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 14,505 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 9,543 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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AC08 CXZ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AC08 CXZ, 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 CXZ registered?

AC08 CXZ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is AC08 CXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 CXZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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