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CF57 BFV

2008 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

124,982 mi
Last recorded124,982 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF57 BFV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 124,982 miles

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 15 Jan 2025 124,982 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 114,437 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))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 107,185 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 30 Jan 2023 107,185 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Central Undertray likely to become detached HEAT SHEILD (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Jan 2022 100,907 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 94,021 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 89,476 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 83,179 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 83,179 miles

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))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 75,325 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 68,868 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 68,868 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 61,223 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 53,361 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 45,193 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 38,786 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 31,968 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 23,000 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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CF57 BFV is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CF57 BFV, 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 CF57 BFV registered?

CF57 BFV is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is CF57 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF57 BFV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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