2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · GV08 OGS
2008 Ford Focus (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23 May 2008. Recorded mileage 90,737 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,737 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GV08 OGS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2025
- 90,737 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GV08 OGS 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 (GV08 OGS) between May 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 September 2025 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 (14 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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.
GV08 OGS Mileage History
- 16/05/202281,853 mi
- 03/06/202385,297 mi+3,444 mi
- 06/09/202486,516 mi+1,219 mi
- 02/09/202590,737 mi+4,221 mi
- 02/09/202590,737 mi
Average of roughly 2,693 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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