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SE08 DNU

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

92,424 mi
Last recorded92,424 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 DNU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 92,424 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/r and o/s/r inner sills corroded

over sills fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2026 92,423 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and screw in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/r and o/s/r inner sills corroded

over sills fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2025 90,856 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2024 89,571 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 83,847 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 83,847 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 80,673 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2022 80,673 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 76,966 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 74,619 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 71,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 65,962 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 61,814 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2017 61,814 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 55,542 miles

Offside front tyre badly worn on inner/outer shoulders

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Jul 2016 55,542 miles

Offside front tyre badly worn on inner/outer shoulders

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 49,209 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 49,209 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 71,496 miles

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

front flexible exhaust mount corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2014 40,996 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 40,996 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 31,611 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 15 Jun 2013 31,611 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,111 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 13,860 miles

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

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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SE08 DNU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 SE08 DNU, 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 SE08 DNU registered?

SE08 DNU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 11 August 2008.

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