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AF08 YPU

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

101,022 mi
Last recorded101,022 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 YPU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 101,022 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 100,113 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 99,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 99,039 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 98,302 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 97,930 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 115,416 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 97,639 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 97,283 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 97,016 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 96,799 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 96,782 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2018 95,619 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 84,992 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 75,145 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 68,415 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 68,415 miles

Offside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 May 2014 62,655 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 54,303 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 45,082 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 33,847 miles

Nearside 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 YPU is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YPU, 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 YPU registered?

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

Is AF08 YPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 YPU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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