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AF58 ULO

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,762 mi
Last recorded138,762 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 ULO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 138,762 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 133,309 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 122,786 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both front wishbone bushes rear mounts weak

Pass 6 Feb 2017 110,915 miles

both front lower wishbone bushes rear mounting weak

Fail 6 Feb 2017 110,915 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front lower wishbone bushes rear mounting weak

Pass 11 Sep 2015 89,304 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 89,304 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 67,624 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 67,624 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 57,968 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 47,290 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread

Fail 2 Sep 2011 36,307 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

near side rear tyre getting low on tread

slight cut in off side rear tyre

slight fuel residue around fuel tank and filler neck

Pass 2 Sep 2011 36,307 miles

near side rear tyre getting low on tread

slight cut in off side rear tyre

slight fuel residue around fuel tank and filler neck

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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AF58 ULO is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AF58 ULO, 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 AF58 ULO registered?

AF58 ULO is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is AF58 ULO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 ULO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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