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GP57 WKV

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,073 mi
Last recorded99,073 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 WKV
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2021 99,073 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 93,597 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 84,499 miles

Engine undertray fitted

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2019 84,499 miles

Engine undertray fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak

Pass 2 May 2018 76,612 miles

oil leak

Fail 2 May 2018 76,612 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.4.G.4e)

oil leak

Front brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Pass 4 May 2017 68,371 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 63,275 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 57,099 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 48,839 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 8 Jun 2013 39,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 39,414 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 30,090 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 30,090 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 20,086 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 17,722 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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GP57 WKV is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP57 WKV, 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 GP57 WKV registered?

GP57 WKV is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 12 February 2008.

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The MOT history for GP57 WKV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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