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AC08 PZY

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,367 mi
Last recorded100,367 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 100,367 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2025 100,364 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 96,102 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 91,482 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 86,217 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 81,172 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 76,484 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 76,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 69,521 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 62,860 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Apr 2017 57,409 miles

both front antiroll bar drop links have slight play

Fail 19 Apr 2017 57,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm has worn unevenly (4.1.E.1)

both front antiroll bar drop links have slight play

Pass 25 Apr 2016 51,233 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 46,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre is wearing unevenly[low tread on inner edge]

suspect leak from offside driveshaft seal

Pass 24 Apr 2014 39,829 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 31,036 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 31,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 24,887 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 17,395 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 17,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 PZY is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel 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 PZY, 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 PZY registered?

AC08 PZY is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AC08 PZY safe to buy?

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