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CE08 DFZ

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,578 mi
Last recorded108,578 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 DFZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 108,578 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 105,441 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre heavily worn inner edge/outer shape

Fail 10 May 2018 105,441 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear tyre heavily worn inner edge/outer shape

Pass 10 May 2017 93,832 miles

both front wishbone bushes worn

Pass 18 May 2016 84,915 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 77,745 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 73,958 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 73,958 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 71,412 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 67,964 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 61,993 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 61,993 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 DFZ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DFZ, 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 DFZ registered?

CE08 DFZ is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is CE08 DFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 DFZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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