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AC08 OUO

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

112,193 mi
Last recorded112,193 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 OUO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 112,193 miles

Nearside Front inner side wall damaged

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 112,144 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front inner side wall damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 107,115 miles

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

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge and close to cords

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Mar 2016 100,562 miles

Offside Rear tuyre perishing no cords visible

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 94,122 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 86,807 miles

feul filler neck damp/wet but not lecking at time of test

Fail 14 Jan 2014 86,807 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

feul filler neck damp/wet but not lecking at time of test

Pass 15 Jan 2013 79,799 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 69,868 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 69,868 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 OUO is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OUO, 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 AC08 OUO registered?

AC08 OUO is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is AC08 OUO safe to buy?

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