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CE08 OUG

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,131 mi
Last recorded89,131 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 OUG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 89,131 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 84,081 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 81,842 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 81,842 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 78,631 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all disc corroded car been stood

Pass 7 Sep 2018 67,891 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 65,389 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 65,389 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 57,310 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough

Pass 4 Sep 2015 51,663 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 30 Aug 2014 48,191 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 41,780 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 34,576 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 26,561 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 26,561 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 OUG is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OUG, 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 OUG?

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What year was CE08 OUG registered?

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

Is CE08 OUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 OUG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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