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BL08 XBS

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,977 mi
Last recorded75,977 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 XBS
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 75,977 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2020 75,977 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 61,449 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 58,457 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 55,448 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 52,447 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 47,854 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2014 47,854 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 41,090 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 41,090 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 34,622 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 23,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2011 22,081 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus C-max?

Based on 1,326,487 MOT tests across 79,932 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,909
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
79,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,238
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,690
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 24,018
Registration plate lamp not working 21,723
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 19,411
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BL08 XBS is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 68,679 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL08 XBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL08 XBS registered?

BL08 XBS is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is BL08 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 XBS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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