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AC08 XYA

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,562 mi
Last recorded93,562 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XYA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 93,562 miles

DISCS AND LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BALL JONINTS SHOWING SIGNS OF RUST DUE TO BEING PARKED UP FOR A WHILE BUT DONT AFFECT THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE

Pass 18 Mar 2019 89,029 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 89,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 82,598 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 91,390 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 91,390 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 87,599 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement S (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 81,346 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 69,716 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 57,495 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 46,156 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 33,370 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 XYA is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XYA, 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 XYA registered?

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

Is AC08 XYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 XYA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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