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AE58 FGX

2008 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,828 mi
Last recorded98,828 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE58 FGX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 98,828 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Undertray not fully secure rear exhaust heat sheild (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 98,660 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Sep 2018 93,579 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 92,869 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 86,098 miles

too clean to obtain smoke reading

Fail 16 Mar 2017 86,098 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

too clean to obtain smoke reading

Pass 21 Sep 2015 71,593 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 63,123 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 59,393 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,339 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 47,795 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 37,621 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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AE58 FGX is a 2008 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE58 FGX, 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

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What year was AE58 FGX registered?

AE58 FGX is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 October 2008.

Is AE58 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE58 FGX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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