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LA03 GHA

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

70,498 mi
Last recorded70,498 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 GHA
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 70,498 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 68,225 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Heat shields loose

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

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 66,522 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 62,923 miles

Heat shields loose

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 59,388 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 59,227 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 57,646 miles

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 51,989 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing un evenly inside edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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Fail 16 Aug 2017 51,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing un evenly inside edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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Pass 19 Aug 2016 46,431 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 40,497 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2014 35,231 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 27,568 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 19,510 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 14,108 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 13,394 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LA03 GHA is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 LA03 GHA, 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 LA03 GHA registered?

LA03 GHA is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is LA03 GHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA03 GHA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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