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AF08 VSM

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

159,492 mi
Last recorded159,492 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 159,492 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 159,492 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 144,894 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 129,519 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Apr 2018 129,519 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 122,212 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 112,118 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 112,118 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 104,509 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 95,148 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 89,295 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 66,679 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 43,249 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 VSM is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VSM, 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 VSM registered?

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

Is AF08 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 VSM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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