2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · C5 MNX
2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 10 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 84,960 miles. MOT valid until 17 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,960 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C5 MNX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
- 84,960 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C5 MNX 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 (C5 MNX) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
C5 MNX Mileage History
- 16/05/202369,018 mi
- 16/05/202369,018 mi
- 02/05/202471,361 mi+2,343 mi
- 28/04/202577,050 mi+5,689 mi
- 08/05/202684,960 mi+7,910 mi
Average of roughly 5,351 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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