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2008 FORD FOCUS1.6L Petrol

DA08 AEB

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2008 FORD FOCUS? It's a Petrol with a 1596cc engine showing 121,735 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Valid
Expires 15/09/2026
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1596cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2008 Ford Focus demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend, with the most recent MOT on 2025-09-16 confirming compliance at 121,735 miles. A prior failure on 2025-09-12, just four days earlier, recorded no defects, suggesting a procedural issue or minor technical hiccup rather than a structural concern. Subsequent tests from 2022 to 2024 show consistent passing with no recorded defects, indicating the vehicle has maintained acceptable standards over its operational lifespan. Mileage progression aligns with typical usage for the model, averaging 6,763 miles annually. A notable gap between 2022-09-12 (75,833 miles) and 2023-09-14 (101,405 miles) reflects a 25,572-mile increase, followed by gradual growth of 4,223 miles by 2024-09-12 and 16,107 miles by 2025-09-16. The final MOT’s proximity to the current date (2026-07-14) suggests the vehicle has been recently assessed, though no further tests are recorded beyond 2025. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, given the car’s age and mileage. Brake components, including calipers and discs, warrant scrutiny for wear, as does the exhaust system for corrosion. Structural integrity should also be verified, as rust or panel damage could affect long-term reliability. The absence of defects in MOT records does not preclude hidden issues, so a professional mechanical check is advisable.

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80
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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2008 Ford Focus demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend, with the most recent MOT on 2025-09-16 confirming compliance at 121,735 miles. A prior failure on 2025-09-12, just four days earlier, recorded no defects, suggesting a procedural issue or minor technical hiccup rather than a structural concern. Subsequent tests from 2022 to 2024 show consistent passing with no recorded defects, indicating the vehicle has maintained acceptable standards over its operational lifespan. Mileage progression aligns with typical usage for the model, averaging 6,763 miles annually. A notable gap between 2022-09-12 (75,833 miles) and 2023-09-14 (101,405 miles) reflects a 25,572-mile increase, followed by gradual growth of 4,223 miles by 2024-09-12 and 16,107 miles by 2025-09-16. The final MOT’s proximity to the current date (2026-07-14) suggests the vehicle has been recently assessed, though no further tests are recorded beyond 2025. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, given the car’s age and mileage. Brake components, including calipers and discs, warrant scrutiny for wear, as does the exhaust system for corrosion. Structural integrity should also be verified, as rust or panel damage could affect long-term reliability. The absence of defects in MOT records does not preclude hidden issues, so a professional mechanical check is advisable.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2008 Ford Focus (DA08 AEB), we found 5 MOT results in the period of September 2022 to September 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Ford has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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