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AF08 YPT

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

104,908 mi
Last recorded104,908 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 YPT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 104,908 miles

Central Exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush/2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords +perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush/2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords + perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 93,743 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 84,670 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 84,607 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 83,087 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 77,786 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 71,843 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 65,503 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 59,302 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 59,302 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 52,470 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 45,884 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 39,304 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 32,314 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 25,901 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 YPT is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 YPT, 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 YPT registered?

AF08 YPT is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AF08 YPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 YPT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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