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GL08 MXR

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,373 mi
Last recorded47,373 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 MXR
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 47,373 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 45,468 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 44,136 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 43,213 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 41,380 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 40,490 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 39,712 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 38,474 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 37,798 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 36,776 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 34,941 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 32,757 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 30,860 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 28,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 28,970 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 26,834 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 23,813 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus C-max?

Based on 1,326,487 MOT tests across 79,932 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,909
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
79,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,238
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,690
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 24,018
Registration plate lamp not working 21,723
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 19,411
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GL08 MXR is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 68,679 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 MXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL08 MXR registered?

GL08 MXR is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is GL08 MXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 MXR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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