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CE08 VTX

2008 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,590 mi
Last recorded69,590 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 69,590 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 66,766 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 62,489 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 58,292 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 58,292 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 54,392 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 49,448 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 41,349 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 35,141 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 35,141 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 29,724 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 23,605 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,786 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 17,786 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 17,226 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 13,504 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 11,584 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 9,812 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 7,580 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 VTX is a 2008 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VTX, 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 VTX registered?

CE08 VTX is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is CE08 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 VTX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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