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AC08 RNY

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

153,945 mi
Last recorded153,945 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 RNY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 153,945 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 May 2025 149,121 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2025 149,121 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 143,964 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 May 2023 138,987 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2022 134,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin On Limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Centre of Tyre (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 127,953 miles

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

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

Rear Both Rear Flexi Brake Hoses, Bracket Corroded/Broken

Pass 2 Jun 2020 123,074 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2020 123,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 113,959 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 101,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rears (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2018 101,806 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2017 95,038 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 95,038 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2016 85,062 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 75,624 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 19 May 2014 63,744 miles

Fuel filler pipes slightly wet

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2014 63,744 miles

Fuel filler pipes slightly wet

Pass 23 May 2013 53,866 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,229 miles

traction control & airbag warning lamps on

Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 RNY is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RNY, 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 RNY registered?

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

Is AC08 RNY safe to buy?

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