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SL57 AVU

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

106,095 mi
Last recorded106,095 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL57 AVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 106,095 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded and front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust skin deteriorted but not blowing

Pass 12 Feb 2020 100,109 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have started to corrode and was also unable to inspect brake pipes above the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Plastic covers to sills and underside

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

Rear sub frame has started to corrode

Fail 12 Feb 2020 100,807 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have started to corrode and was also unable to inspect brake pipes above the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Plastic covers to sills and underside

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

Rear sub frame has started to corrode

Pass 14 Feb 2019 92,109 miles

Both front tyres on the inner edge are worn

Fail 14 Feb 2019 92,109 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 83,005 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 73,078 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (2.4.G.2)

n/side rear tyre is worn on outer edge

Pass 15 Feb 2016 65,820 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone (2.4.G.2)

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Feb 2016 65,820 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone (2.4.G.2)

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Feb 2015 59,521 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Feb 2015 59,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 51,370 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 45,916 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 35,637 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 27,545 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 27,545 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.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
Full Ford Focus C-max reliability report

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SL57 AVU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SL57 AVU, 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 SL57 AVU registered?

SL57 AVU is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 26 February 2008.

Is SL57 AVU safe to buy?

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