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CE08 XMT

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,574 mi
Last recorded101,574 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XMT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 101,574 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 95,471 miles

Nearside front side mirror taped

Pass 12 Feb 2019 80,459 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 70,735 miles

rear coil springs starting to corrode

rear back box hanger corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2017 61,131 miles

rear coil springs corroded

small play n/s/lower arm rear bush

small play o/s lower arm rear bush

Pass 25 Feb 2016 56,230 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 52,737 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

surface corrosion on some mech.compomets

Pass 10 Mar 2014 43,862 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 34,533 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 24,790 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 17,752 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 17,752 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 XMT is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XMT, 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 XMT registered?

CE08 XMT is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is CE08 XMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XMT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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