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AE57 NVU

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

107,428 mi
Last recorded107,428 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 NVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 107,428 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 102,747 miles

Front tyres wearing on insides

Pass 25 Jan 2024 99,804 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 96,575 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 93,932 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 93,931 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre also cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Dust cover also damaged/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Strong advice: Offside tyre worn badly out of shape on inner edge (Blocking)

Pass 13 Jan 2021 89,567 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre has uneven wear on the inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2020 84,127 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 76,841 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 69,549 miles

front washers poor

Pass 16 Jan 2017 62,265 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 56,603 miles

Both rear tyres have worn inner shoulders

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 49,345 miles

o/s rear tyre badly worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2014 41,890 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 35,316 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 29,016 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 22,302 miles

Adv:N/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

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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AE57 NVU is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 AE57 NVU, 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

How do I check the history of AE57 NVU?

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What year was AE57 NVU registered?

AE57 NVU is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is AE57 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE57 NVU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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