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CE08 JXB

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

170,780 mi
Last recorded170,780 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 JXB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 170,780 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 170,777 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust corroded rear

Pass 19 Mar 2019 146,395 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded 1st layer

Fail 19 Mar 2019 146,394 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded 1st layer

Pass 13 Mar 2018 124,796 miles

Nearside wiper split

Pass 4 Mar 2017 98,600 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 87,033 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 74,704 miles

Front and rear brake discs distorted

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 61,610 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 61,610 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 50,378 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2012
Pass 9 Mar 2011 34,452 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 JXB is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 JXB, 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 JXB registered?

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

Is CE08 JXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 JXB 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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