CarVerify

Free Car Check

AF08 ZWS

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,417 mi
Last recorded108,417 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2018 108,417 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 108,383 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2017 98,820 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 98,820 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 92,752 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 86,273 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 69,850 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 60,724 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 47,770 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 36,690 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 36,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 25,393 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
Full Ford Focus reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AF08 ZWS is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZWS, 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

How do I check the history of AF08 ZWS?

You can check the full history of AF08 ZWS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AF08 ZWS registered?

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

Is AF08 ZWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 ZWS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF08 ZWS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AF08 ZWS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.