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CE08 ZUA

2008 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,268 mi
Last recorded94,268 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 94,268 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside. ()

Pass 19 Nov 2024 91,912 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 89,099 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 86,010 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 81,208 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2021 81,208 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 78,343 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 72,086 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 72,086 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 63,404 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 57,902 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 54,382 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 50,508 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 50,508 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 45,147 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 45,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 39,300 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 39,298 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 34,107 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 28,009 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 28,009 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 21,882 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 ZUA is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 ZUA, 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 ZUA registered?

CE08 ZUA is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is CE08 ZUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 ZUA shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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