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CE08 CLJ

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,887 mi
Last recorded100,887 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 CLJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 100,887 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 85,931 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

front discs worn

number plate lamp fixing slightly insecure

Fail 2 Sep 2014 85,931 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

front discs worn

number plate lamp fixing slightly insecure

Pass 21 Aug 2013 69,160 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 53,455 miles

offside rear tyre has uneven wear inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2011 33,851 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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CE08 CLJ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CE08 CLJ, 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 CE08 CLJ registered?

CE08 CLJ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CE08 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 CLJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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