2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · FL08 BNX
2008 Ford Focus (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 103,143 miles. MOT valid until 05 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,143 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FL08 BNX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2026
- 103,143 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FL08 BNX 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 (FL08 BNX) between March 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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.
FL08 BNX Mileage History
- 16/03/202290,488 mi
- 22/03/202393,677 mi+3,189 mi
- 20/03/202496,186 mi+2,509 mi
- 17/03/202599,230 mi+3,044 mi
- 07/04/2026103,143 mi+3,913 mi
Average of roughly 3,117 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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