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MV58 VUC

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,502 mi
Last recorded115,502 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV58 VUC
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 115,502 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Both Edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Both Edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Oil Looks to be coming from driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle Corroded

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 109,407 miles

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD INSEURE

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2024 109,405 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD INSEURE

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 104,162 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 102,665 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 100,827 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 99,610 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 97,723 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Nov 2018 94,604 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 91,419 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 91,419 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 82,042 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 72,195 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 62,227 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 51,650 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 44,120 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 37,956 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,121 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 37,121 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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MV58 VUC is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MV58 VUC, 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 MV58 VUC registered?

MV58 VUC is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is MV58 VUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV58 VUC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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