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VK08 EDX

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

107,600 mi
Last recorded107,600 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 EDX
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 107,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 101,375 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 95,750 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 92,469 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 87,261 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2021 87,261 miles

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

Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 84,569 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 80,942 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2019 80,942 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 76,743 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 71,220 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 66,427 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 42,771 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 32,581 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 23,617 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 19,688 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 19,688 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 16,227 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,656 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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VK08 EDX is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VK08 EDX, 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 VK08 EDX registered?

VK08 EDX is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VK08 EDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 EDX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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