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AF08 ZTY

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,957 mi
Last recorded87,957 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 ZTY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 87,957 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 87,957 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 83,135 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 77,580 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 71,401 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 65,772 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 61,542 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 55,819 miles

both front tyres worn to limits at time of test

Fail 11 Oct 2014 55,819 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 51,349 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 51,349 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 45,604 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 45,604 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 37,346 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 27,933 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 ZTY is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol 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 ZTY, 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 ZTY registered?

AF08 ZTY is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is AF08 ZTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 ZTY 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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