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BW57 FBV

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,454 mi
Last recorded115,454 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 FBV
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 115,454 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 115,454 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 109,731 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 97,945 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 86,189 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 75,920 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 67,823 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 59,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted to nearside front seat

Pass 17 Jun 2013 49,936 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 49,936 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 38,212 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 26,867 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 23,820 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 23,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BW57 FBV is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BW57 FBV, 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 BW57 FBV registered?

BW57 FBV is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BW57 FBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 FBV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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