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AF08 VGN

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

147,989 mi
Last recorded147,989 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 VGN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 147,989 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Mar 2018 147,984 miles

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

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face heavily corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Mar 2017 131,558 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 119,471 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 108,821 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 99,101 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 83,051 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 60,927 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 41,175 miles

engine under tray & under sill covers fitted (unable to see certain components)

front brake pads more than 1/2 way worn

front tyres slight feathering on inner edges

nearside rear tyre slight cut in outer side wall

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 VGN is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VGN, 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.

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What year was AF08 VGN registered?

AF08 VGN is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AF08 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 VGN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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