2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · AP08 GGV
2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 122,103 miles. MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Dec 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,103 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP08 GGV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/03/2025
- 122,103 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP08 GGV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Focus (AP08 GGV) between April 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (17 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 42 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
AP08 GGV Mileage History
- 21/04/2023100,387 mi
- 25/04/2023100,439 mi+52 mi
- 19/04/2024106,990 mi+6,551 mi
- 22/03/2025122,103 mi+15,113 mi
- 22/03/2025122,103 mi
Average of roughly 11,316 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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