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AD57 VKV

2008 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

110,464 mi
Last recorded110,464 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 VKV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 110,464 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 110,464 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 107,231 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 98,761 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 98,761 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 90,748 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 85,143 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack / pipes (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 83,405 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 83,405 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 79,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to LEGAL LIMIT on inner edge. 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to LEGAL LIMIT on inner edge. 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 74,105 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 74,104 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 68,817 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 68,817 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

unable to open bonnet

Pass 24 Nov 2017 64,319 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2017 64,319 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 56,306 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 56,306 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 48,355 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 39,795 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 37,982 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 32,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Feb 2012 28,183 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 24,521 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 VKV is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 VKV, 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 VKV registered?

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

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