2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · CP08 VDA
2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 172,774 miles. MOT valid until 17 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,774 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CP08 VDA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2026
- 172,774 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CP08 VDA 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 VDA) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 May 2026 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: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
CP08 VDA Mileage History
- 03/05/2024156,991 mi
- 15/05/2025165,951 mi+8,960 mi
- 19/05/2025166,062 mi+111 mi
- 13/05/2026172,728 mi+6,666 mi
- 14/05/2026172,774 mi+46 mi
Average of roughly 7,781 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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