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AF08 VTW

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,114 mi
Last recorded107,114 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 107,114 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

offside and nearside front tyres on 1.8mm tread depth -- wearing uneven

Pass 14 Jan 2021 99,259 miles

Front Brake disc corroded

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 99,205 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2019 99,205 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 93,383 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 79,316 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 79,316 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 74,781 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 64,867 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 64,546 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 64,459 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 51,632 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 51,632 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 41,303 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 32,071 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 VTW is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VTW, 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 VTW registered?

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

Is AF08 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 VTW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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