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AD57 VGG

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,748 mi
Last recorded70,748 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 70,748 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 62,376 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 47,691 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2024 47,691 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 37,239 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 28,112 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 27,503 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 26,567 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 26,043 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 25,773 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 25,119 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,561 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,829 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 23,069 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 20,745 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 20,745 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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 VGG is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 VGG, 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 VGG registered?

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

Is AD57 VGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 VGG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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