2008 Ford Focus 2.5L Petrol · ST53 PET
2008 Ford Focus (2.5L, petrol). First registered 16 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 136,842 miles. MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,842 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ST53 PET Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2026
- 136,842 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ST53 PET 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 (ST53 PET) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 16 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
ST53 PET Mileage History
- 21/03/2022102,132 mi
- 24/03/2023110,285 mi+8,153 mi
- 03/04/2024119,112 mi+8,827 mi
- 29/03/2025127,819 mi+8,707 mi
- 21/03/2026136,842 mi+9,023 mi
Average of roughly 8,679 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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