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AF08 ZXO

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

100,301 mi
Last recorded100,301 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 100,301 miles

both front tyres are wearing heavily on edges

offside front brake is slightly binding

offside rear tyre is low on tread 2mm approx

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Fail 15 Dec 2025 100,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front tyres are wearing heavily on edges

offside front brake is slightly binding

offside rear tyre is low on tread 2mm approx

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 19 Dec 2024 95,677 miles

nearside front tyre is wearing outer edge

offside front tyre is wearing inner edge

offside rear tyre is wearing inner edge

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2023 89,169 miles

offside rear tyre is low on tread

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Fail 8 Dec 2023 89,169 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front brake pads are low

offside rear tyre is low on tread

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 13 Dec 2022 84,421 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 80,235 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear bumper damaged

Rear tyres worn unevenly

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 76,437 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 71,443 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Front lower arm rear bush starting to come away

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

front exhaust in pour condition

Pass 4 Jan 2019 54,266 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Jan 2019 54,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jan 2018 44,305 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 40,950 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 37,838 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 33,934 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 30,454 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 27,003 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 23,368 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 19,862 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 ZXO is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ZXO, 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 ZXO registered?

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

Is AF08 ZXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 ZXO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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