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AC08 DHE

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,255 mi
Last recorded34,255 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 DHE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 34,255 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 33,980 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 33,975 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid All pump blocked (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 33,888 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 33,840 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 33,779 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 33,691 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 33,690 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 33,625 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Shoulder ()

Pass 28 Feb 2019 33,456 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 33,249 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 32,936 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 31,894 miles

Both rear tyres have age cracking on side walls, and are both 0508

Pass 5 Mar 2015 30,229 miles

nsr cut in tread but not exposing cords

rear tyres showing signs of deterioration

Pass 13 Mar 2014 28,746 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 28,732 miles

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

rear tyres have cracks to side wall but not to cords

Pass 25 Feb 2014 28,732 miles

both rear tyres cracking but not tho to cords

Pass 22 Feb 2013 27,070 miles

rear tyre sidewalls perished and cracking

Pass 29 Feb 2012 25,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise tracking.

n/s/f tyre beginning to perish/crack.

n/s/r tyre beginning to perish/crack.

o/s/r tyre beginning to perish/crack.

Pass 8 Mar 2011 23,118 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 DHE is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DHE, 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

How do I check the history of AC08 DHE?

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What year was AC08 DHE registered?

AC08 DHE is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is AC08 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 DHE shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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