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AD57 UYX

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

196,188 mi
Last recorded196,188 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 UYX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 196,188 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2017 196,188 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 175,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner & outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner & outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 152,189 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 152,189 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 130,784 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 130,784 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 114,672 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 114,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 99,757 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 99,757 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 84,797 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 84,692 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 21 Sep 2010 63,230 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 UYX is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UYX, 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 UYX registered?

AD57 UYX is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is AD57 UYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 UYX shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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