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AD57 GVZ

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,320 mi
Last recorded158,320 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 GVZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 158,320 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 158,318 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 20 Jan 2017 138,439 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 119,044 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 98,809 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 80,120 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 62,770 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 62,770 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 42,751 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 24,234 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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AD57 GVZ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AD57 GVZ, 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 AD57 GVZ registered?

AD57 GVZ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is AD57 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 GVZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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