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AD08 ZGJ

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,121 mi
Last recorded133,121 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 ZGJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 133,121 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 119,254 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 119,254 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2020 110,554 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 99,733 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 92,555 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 92,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 82,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 72,168 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 66,499 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 66,499 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 59,118 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 53,331 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 49,247 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 36,539 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 ZGJ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 AD08 ZGJ, 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 ZGJ registered?

AD08 ZGJ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is AD08 ZGJ safe to buy?

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