2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · GK08 OPD
2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 81,768 miles. MOT expired on 28 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,768 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GK08 OPD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/10/2025
- 81,768 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GK08 OPD 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 (GK08 OPD) between August 2024 and October 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 29 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm heavily bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak shock absorber leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))”.
GK08 OPD Mileage History
- 21/08/202473,980 mi
- 01/10/202474,025 mi+45 mi
- 02/10/202474,026 mi+1 mi
- 29/10/202581,768 mi+7,742 mi
- 29/10/202581,768 mi
Average of roughly 6,556 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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