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AD08 XBZ

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,388 mi
Last recorded133,388 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 XBZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 133,388 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 127,962 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 127,962 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 118,207 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 107,776 miles

exhaust bracket adrift at CAT convertor

Pass 21 Jan 2017 97,565 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 87,477 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 80,033 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 70,380 miles

nearside and offside front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 20 Jan 2014 70,380 miles

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

nearside and offside front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Feb 2013 61,723 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 49,746 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 38,588 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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AD08 XBZ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AD08 XBZ, 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 AD08 XBZ registered?

AD08 XBZ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AD08 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 XBZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD08 XBZ have outstanding finance?

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