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AD57 HFG

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

128,392 mi
Last recorded128,392 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 HFG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 128,392 miles

Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 116,575 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 116,575 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 102,223 miles

Coil spring corroded All four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 102,223 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner faces of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Coil spring corroded All four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 89,838 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 89,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Ply exposed on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Ply exposed on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 79,215 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 79,215 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 72,565 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 68,233 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Jan 2020 68,233 miles

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

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jan 2019 62,043 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 52,248 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 53,448 miles

front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 14 Jan 2016 50,417 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 47,187 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 43,224 miles

front tyres worn

n/s/r tyre worn

Pass 15 Jan 2013 33,080 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2011 25,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jan 2011 19,458 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 HFG is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol 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 AD57 HFG, 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 AD57 HFG registered?

AD57 HFG is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is AD57 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 HFG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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