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AE08 TLN

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

105,680 mi
Last recorded105,680 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TLN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 105,680 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

The Vehicle Park Brake has only just met the required efficiency it appears the Brakes require Service or Adjustment

Fail 24 Feb 2022 105,680 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

The Vehicle Park Brake has only just met the required efficiency it appears the Brakes require Service or Adjustment

Pass 3 Jun 2021 102,367 miles

Chip in windscreen not in drivers view

Engine cover fitted

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Fail 3 Jun 2021 102,367 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Chip in windscreen not in drivers view

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2020 96,988 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 96,988 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 93,946 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 90,061 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 90,061 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,661 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 84,661 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2016 75,853 miles

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

Nearside Rear hatch door damaged

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 67,416 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing severly on inner edge and slightly mishaped

Fail 17 Jun 2015 67,415 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing severly on inner edge and slightly mishaped

Pass 17 Jun 2014 58,180 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 58,180 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,132 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 41,053 miles

Front brake discs corroding

Pass 8 Jun 2011 34,274 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 TLN is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 AE08 TLN, 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 TLN registered?

AE08 TLN is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is AE08 TLN safe to buy?

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