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2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · LC08 SXS

LC08 SXS

2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 112,889 miles. MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2008 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
112,889 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1596cc

LC08 SXS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
  • 112,889 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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LC08 SXS Mileage History

  1. 22/02/2024104,516 mi
  2. 22/02/2025109,544 mi+5,028 mi
  3. 22/02/2025109,544 mi
  4. 20/02/2026112,888 mi+3,344 mi
  5. 20/02/2026112,889 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 4,196 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LC08 SXS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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 (LC08 SXS) between February 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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