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GU08 GXA

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,936 mi
Last recorded92,936 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 GXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 92,936 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 92,931 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance not tested leak (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested vehicle started running away while exiting the vehicle. all shut down. engine malfunction warning on. excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 83,992 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 83,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 74,728 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))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 74,728 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 63,907 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 2 Apr 2019 63,906 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 Apr 2018 53,118 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perished heavy and wearing low o/s/r

coil spring corroded both rears (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 43,207 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 39,512 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 35,161 miles

both front tyres unevenly worn on inner edges advise alignment check

Pass 21 May 2014 29,533 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 23,283 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2012 18,281 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 13,272 miles

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

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

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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GU08 GXA is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU08 GXA, 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.

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What year was GU08 GXA registered?

GU08 GXA is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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