2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Petrol · PL57 PWN
2008 Ford Focus (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 104,645 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,645 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PL57 PWN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 104,645 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PL57 PWN 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 (PL57 PWN) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 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: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps LENS PAINTED RED SO NO LIGHT EMI”; “Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”.
PL57 PWN Mileage History
- 01/03/202497,863 mi
- 20/03/2025103,728 mi+5,865 mi
- 26/03/2025103,730 mi+2 mi
- 20/03/2026104,635 mi+905 mi
- 01/04/2026104,645 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 3,254 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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