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YR08 VXM

2008 Ford Focus C-max

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

138,425 mi
Last recorded138,425 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Focus C-max68,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 VXM
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 138,425 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 129,127 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Mar 2024 118,429 miles

Nearside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre is wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 108,286 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 98,227 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 88,012 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 82,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 2.5mm and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 72,231 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 64,910 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 58,422 miles

Nearside Rear uneven tyre wear

Pass 24 Mar 2016 50,001 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 46,608 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 46,608 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 43,115 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 38,392 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 31,688 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 24,489 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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YR08 VXM is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YR08 VXM, 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 YR08 VXM registered?

YR08 VXM is a 2008 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is YR08 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 VXM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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