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AF08 JDM

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,712 mi
Last recorded129,712 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 JDM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 129,712 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 129,712 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 125,456 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2020 125,455 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 116,047 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 106,239 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 106,239 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 94,144 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 84,034 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 73,001 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 62,544 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 51,755 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 41,159 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 30,936 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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AF08 JDM is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AF08 JDM, 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 AF08 JDM registered?

AF08 JDM is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is AF08 JDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 JDM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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