CarVerify

Free Car Check

CE08 LNG

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

121,101 mi
Last recorded121,101 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 121,101 miles

n/s rear tyre outer shoulder

Fail 1 Dec 2016 121,101 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed n/s front outer shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s front (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s front (8.2.3)

n/s rear tyre outer shoulder

Pass 10 Dec 2015 115,535 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 115,535 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2014 110,767 miles

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 110,767 miles

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 106,421 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre has nail in sidewall

Fail 4 Dec 2013 106,413 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre has nail in sidewall

Pass 12 Dec 2012 103,353 miles

coolan t level low

Pass 13 Dec 2011 98,069 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 98,069 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 87,481 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 87,481 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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
Full Ford Focus reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CE08 LNG 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 53.8%.

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 CE08 LNG, 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

How do I check the history of CE08 LNG?

You can check the full history of CE08 LNG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CE08 LNG registered?

CE08 LNG is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is CE08 LNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 LNG shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE08 LNG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CE08 LNG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.