2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · CP08 RYT
2008 Ford Focus (1.8L, petrol). First registered 25 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 154,300 miles. MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CP08 RYT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 31/07/2026
- 154,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CP08 RYT 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 (CP08 RYT) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail both sides in arches (1.1.12 (f) (ii))”; “Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength BOTH ”; “Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
CP08 RYT Mileage History
- 24/07/2023136,218 mi
- 24/07/2023136,218 mi
- 23/07/2024144,509 mi+8,291 mi
- 29/07/2025150,402 mi+5,893 mi
- 31/07/2026154,300 mi+3,898 mi
Average of roughly 5,989 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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