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AF08 KYP

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

60,540 mi
Last recorded60,540 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 KYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 60,540 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 60,540 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 53,077 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2025 53,077 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 46,806 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe has some surface corrosion.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Subframe and suspension arms have some surface corrosion.

Fail 11 Mar 2024 46,805 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe has some surface corrosion.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Subframe and suspension arms have some surface corrosion.

Pass 4 Mar 2023 39,669 miles

Front Subframe corroded

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 34,629 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 33,720 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 33,108 miles

Central Rear heat shield loose central rear

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 29,926 miles

Nearside Front rubber suspension arm bush perished n/s /f

Offside Front suspension arm bush perished o/s/f

Pass 9 Feb 2018 26,227 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 22,969 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 21,629 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 20,263 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 19,057 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 19,057 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2013 17,052 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 17,052 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 13,014 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 10,489 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 KYP is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 KYP, 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 KYP registered?

AF08 KYP is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AF08 KYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 KYP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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