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CE58 DXR

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

131,230 mi
Last recorded131,230 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE58 DXR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 131,230 miles

Under body corrosion

Fail 28 Feb 2019 131,230 miles

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

Under body corrosion

Pass 11 Jan 2018 114,668 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 94,951 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced beam image (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 84,432 miles

Offside Front tyre inner tread area worn very close to legal limit

Fail 16 Sep 2015 84,430 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly and loose/insecure (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre inner tread area worn very close to legal limit

Pass 8 Oct 2014 75,508 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 75,508 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

unable to check o/s front headlight aim

Pass 26 Sep 2013 65,016 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 65,016 miles

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

o/s rear tyre inner tread area badly worn on legal limit at time of test allso small split in worn tread area strong possibility of a blow out strongly suggest change now or very soon

Pass 27 Sep 2012 54,251 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 54,251 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2011 43,396 miles

cut in nsf tyre side wall

Fail 10 Oct 2011 43,396 miles

cut in nsf tyre side wall

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

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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CE58 DXR is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 CE58 DXR, 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

How do I check the history of CE58 DXR?

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What year was CE58 DXR registered?

CE58 DXR is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is CE58 DXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE58 DXR shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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