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AF08 VHB

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,338 mi
Last recorded121,338 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 121,338 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin change with discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2026 121,338 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin change with discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 114,085 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 103,209 miles

Nearside rear tyre near wear band indicators

Offside rear tyre worn slightly out of shape over tread area

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 103,209 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside rear tyre near wear band indicators

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside rear tyre worn slightly out of shape over tread area

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 96,399 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 93,249 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 87,066 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 81,198 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 76,555 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 71,523 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 65,855 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 56,585 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 48,217 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 40,073 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 31,421 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 22,842 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 13,509 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 VHB is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 VHB, 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 VHB registered?

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

Is AF08 VHB safe to buy?

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