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CE08 XMH

2008 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,215 mi
Last recorded113,215 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XMH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 113,215 miles

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 102,366 miles

Fault with charging battery

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 102,360 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned bulb (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fault with charging battery

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 94,875 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

center heat shield loose

Fail 15 Jun 2017 94,875 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

center heat shield loose

Pass 24 Mar 2016 87,534 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 79,673 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 72,072 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 64,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in rear tyre

both headlight aims high

front brake balance poor (25%)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 51,819 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 44,022 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 41,847 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 41,847 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

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

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 XMH is a 2008 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XMH, 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 XMH registered?

CE08 XMH is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is CE08 XMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XMH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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