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SC57 ASU

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,246 mi
Last recorded91,246 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC57 ASU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 91,246 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective catalyst /hanger detached (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe hanger detached (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 91,246 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective catalyst /hanger detached (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe hanger detached (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 89,647 miles

Front SUBSTRUCTURE AND COMPONENTS SHOWING SURFACE CORROSION

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective BEAM IMAGE FAINT (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component GAITER (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective BEAM IMAGE FAINT (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component RACK BODY (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective DETACHED (6.1.2 (a))

Rear SUBSTRUCTURE AND COMPONENTS SHOWING SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 2 Nov 2023 88,149 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush /trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack body (2.1.5 (a))

Rear SUBFRAME /SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SHOWING CORROSION

Fail 1 Nov 2023 88,149 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush /trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack body (2.1.5 (a))

Rear SUBFRAME /SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SHOWING CORROSION

Pass 25 Oct 2022 85,102 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 82,100 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 79,200 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 76,303 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))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 73,031 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))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 70,277 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 70,277 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 67,716 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)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 62,732 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 53,463 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 44,745 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nsf tyre perished

Fail 12 Dec 2013 44,745 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nsf tyre perished

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

Osr tyre perished

Pass 14 Dec 2012 36,306 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 29,308 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 22,564 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 22,504 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SC57 ASU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Red 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 SC57 ASU, 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 SC57 ASU registered?

SC57 ASU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is SC57 ASU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC57 ASU 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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