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AF08 ZWX

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

133,961 mi
Last recorded133,961 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 ZWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 133,961 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 133,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 118,022 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 118,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 99,706 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 86,465 miles

Offside Rear Tyre is perishing

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 82,095 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 76,908 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 76,908 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 71,327 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 71,327 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 66,021 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 66,020 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 60,411 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 60,411 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 54,077 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 46,934 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 46,934 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 40,121 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 34,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Apr 2012 34,974 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Mar 2011 31,111 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 ZWX is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 ZWX, 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 ZWX?

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What year was AF08 ZWX registered?

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

Is AF08 ZWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 ZWX shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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