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CE08 XLG

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

175,127 mi
Last recorded175,127 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XLG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 175,127 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2018 155,910 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 146,174 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 138,185 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 132,655 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 125,646 miles

n/s/f tyre is wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Apr 2013 118,659 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 118,659 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 99,335 miles

both front brake discs showing wear & corrosion approaching limit

oil level on min

previous bulb fitting clip broken

rear brake discs worn thin & advise attension

temp repair to pass needs new headlamp

Fail 23 Mar 2012 99,335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

both front brake discs showing wear & corrosion approaching limit

oil level on min

previous bulb fitting clip broken

rear brake discs worn thin & advise attension

temp repair to pass needs new headlamp

Pass 30 Mar 2011 71,141 miles

Fuel filler does not appear to have a sealing devise on it, benefit of doubt given to vehicle user as ford say this model dose not require one,

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 71,141 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Fuel filler does not appear to have a sealing devise on it, benefit of doubt given to vehicle user as ford say this model dose not require one,

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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 XLG is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XLG, 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.

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What year was CE08 XLG registered?

CE08 XLG is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is CE08 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XLG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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