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AC08 RJZ

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,329 mi
Last recorded145,329 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 RJZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 145,329 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 134,529 miles

exhaust mid section outer skin corroded

o/s front tyre worn on the inner edge

rear heat shield deteriorated

Pass 1 Feb 2020 122,873 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear heat-shielding loose

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm rear bushes deteriorated, just okay at time of test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 109,135 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 95,257 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 89,346 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 12 May 2016 76,973 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 76,973 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2015 64,659 miles

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

rear silencer corroding

Fail 26 May 2015 64,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

rear silencer corroding

Pass 27 May 2014 53,552 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 42,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2013 42,795 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 33,361 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 24,872 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 RJZ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RJZ, 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 RJZ registered?

AC08 RJZ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is AC08 RJZ safe to buy?

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