2008 Ford Focus 2.5L Petrol · FD08 GGF
2008 Ford Focus (2.5L, petrol). First registered 24 May 2008. Recorded mileage 64,247 miles. MOT expired on 13 Aug 2024.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,247 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FD08 GGF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2023
- 64,247 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FD08 GGF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Focus (FD08 GGF) between August 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 August 2023 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: Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light. (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
FD08 GGF Mileage History
- 15/08/202257,881 mi
- 14/08/202364,247 mi+6,366 mi
- 15/08/202364,247 mi
Average of roughly 6,369 miles per year across 3 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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