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CE08 XBJ

2008 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

113,910 mi
Last recorded113,910 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XBJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 113,910 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 113,910 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 111,934 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake drum backing plates heavily corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2023 109,288 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 104,021 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 97,489 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 89,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear brake drum backing plates corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2020 89,374 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Marked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Marked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear brake drum backing plates corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2019 82,812 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 72,598 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both registration plate's lettering slightly faded (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 72,591 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both registration plate's lettering slightly faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 63,086 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 63,076 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 55,045 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 55,043 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 43,400 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 43,393 miles

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 32,273 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Mar 2015 31,966 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2014 15,888 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 13,333 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 11,575 miles

Front brake imbalance close to legal requirement

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 8,467 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 XBJ is a 2008 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 XBJ, 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 XBJ registered?

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

Is CE08 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XBJ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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