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CA58 DFJ

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,209 mi
Last recorded138,209 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA58 DFJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 138,209 miles

Nearside outersill damaged

Fail 20 Dec 2016 138,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside outersill damaged

Pass 12 Dec 2015 117,352 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 117,352 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 104,773 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 84,577 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 84,577 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

damage to n/s rear bumper/wing.

low water and oil level's.

Pass 17 Nov 2012 72,552 miles

n/s front and rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 5 Dec 2011 56,441 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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CA58 DFJ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CA58 DFJ, 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.

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What year was CA58 DFJ registered?

CA58 DFJ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is CA58 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA58 DFJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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