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CE08 XGD

2008 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,056 mi
Last recorded60,056 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XGD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 60,056 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 59,468 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 54,799 miles

Front inner discs corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2018 50,964 miles

Front inner discs corroded

Front tyresclose to limit

Front, rear wish bone bushes slightly worn.

Pass 7 Mar 2017 46,158 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 41,046 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 37,428 miles

all tyres on vehicle wearing on inner edges

unable to fully inspect nearside rear seat belt child seat fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2014 33,209 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 26,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 21,716 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 14,753 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 XGD is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XGD, 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 XGD registered?

CE08 XGD is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CE08 XGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XGD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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