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AD57 UYO

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

114,716 mi
Last recorded114,716 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 UYO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 114,716 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 110,226 miles

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

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

rear sub frame and rear suspension arms corroded

Fail 11 Feb 2021 110,226 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

rear sub frame and rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2020 107,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 14 Feb 2020 107,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 14 Feb 2019 103,002 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 103,002 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 95,452 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 95,452 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 88,625 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 88,625 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 82,179 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 82,133 miles

Front coil spring broken BOTH (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 75,028 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 67,241 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 67,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2013 59,245 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 59,245 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 50,252 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Feb 2012 50,252 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2011 39,235 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 39,233 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 UYO is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UYO, 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 UYO registered?

AD57 UYO is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is AD57 UYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 UYO shows 22 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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