2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · MM08 ECN
2008 Ford Focus (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 186,923 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 186,923 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MM08 ECN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
- 186,923 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MM08 ECN 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 (MM08 ECN) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Front Registration plate inscription illegible delaminated (0.1 (b))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
MM08 ECN Mileage History
- 13/07/2024150,076 mi
- 16/07/2025168,825 mi+18,749 mi
- 21/07/2025169,032 mi+207 mi
- 08/07/2026186,922 mi+17,890 mi
- 09/07/2026186,923 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 18,533 miles per year across 5 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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