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CK08 HGU

2008 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

73,339 mi
Last recorded73,339 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus74,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 HGU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 73,339 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 11 Jul 2013 73,339 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 59,049 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel around filler neck

Fail 18 Jul 2012 59,049 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear tyres bald on inner

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel around filler neck

Fail 14 Mar 2012 54,258 miles

Both rear tyres worn uneven

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake disc worn on inside but brake pads 30% worn

Fuel filler cap working but signs of fuel been leaking

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 54,258 miles

Both rear tyres worn uneven

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake disc worn on inside but brake pads 30% worn

Fuel filler cap working but signs of fuel been leaking

Pass 28 Mar 2011 40,313 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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CK08 HGU is a 2008 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 CK08 HGU, 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 CK08 HGU registered?

CK08 HGU is a 2008 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is CK08 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK08 HGU shows 7 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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