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PJ08 JRU

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Maroon Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

32,737 mi
Last recorded32,737 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 JRU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 32,737 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 32,737 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 32,343 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 31,807 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 31,283 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 31,283 miles

Nearside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2022 30,782 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 30,241 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 29,864 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 29,366 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 28,451 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 27,054 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 27,054 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 25,872 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 24,799 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Feb 2014 23,433 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres starting to crack

Pass 25 Jan 2013 21,903 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 21,903 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 19,940 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 19,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,152 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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PJ08 JRU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Maroon with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 PJ08 JRU, 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 PJ08 JRU registered?

PJ08 JRU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is PJ08 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 JRU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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