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NL08 UEJ

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

71,658 mi
Last recorded71,658 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL08 UEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 71,658 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre *2 ()

Fail 9 Oct 2018 71,658 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre *2 ()

Pass 8 Mar 2017 60,185 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 60,185 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 49,037 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 49,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Mar 2015 39,515 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 39,515 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 32,459 miles

ADVISE both front tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 14 Feb 2013 26,462 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre sidewall damaged.

Fail 14 Feb 2013 26,462 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre sidewall damaged.

Pass 13 Feb 2012 21,555 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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NL08 UEJ is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 NL08 UEJ, 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 NL08 UEJ registered?

NL08 UEJ is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is NL08 UEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL08 UEJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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