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CE08 VRG

2008 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,645 mi
Last recorded42,645 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 VRG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 42,645 miles

General Corrosion to underside components

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 41,800 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 40,772 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 40,084 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 39,550 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 38,773 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 38,263 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 37,302 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 34,456 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 30,791 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 28,639 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended lower arm rear (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended lower arm rear (2.4.F.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 26,047 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 24,158 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 24,158 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 21,423 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 17,458 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 11,748 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 VRG is a 2008 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VRG, 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 VRG registered?

CE08 VRG is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is CE08 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 VRG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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