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AF08 VBN

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,095 mi
Last recorded49,095 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2012
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 VBN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2012 49,095 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 35,619 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 31,177 miles

unable to fully asses outer sills due to sill covers fitted

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 VBN is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VBN, 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 AF08 VBN?

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What year was AF08 VBN registered?

AF08 VBN is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is AF08 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 VBN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF08 VBN have outstanding finance?

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