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AC08 RAU

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

144,540 mi
Last recorded144,540 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 RAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 144,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 144,539 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central heat shields insecure

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 124,725 miles

Nearside Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 117,706 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 109,844 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 106,219 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays & sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2015 86,715 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 67,292 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 58,714 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 48,082 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 35,058 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 RAU is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RAU, 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 RAU registered?

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

Is AC08 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 RAU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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