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AE08 MSW

2008 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,703 mi
Last recorded75,703 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 MSW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 75,703 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 75,703 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 68,165 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 61,154 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 56,632 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obsturct view

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 51,831 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

Pass 25 Sep 2015 46,737 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 46,735 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front pads getting low

Pass 30 Sep 2014 40,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front pads getting low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Sep 2013 35,978 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 35,978 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 31,375 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 25,644 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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AE08 MSW is a 2008 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AE08 MSW, 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 AE08 MSW registered?

AE08 MSW is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AE08 MSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 MSW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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