2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · VN08 FWG
2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 22 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 179,210 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,210 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
VN08 FWG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2024
- 179,210 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VN08 FWG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Focus (VN08 FWG) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VN08 FWG Mileage History
- 27/01/2022166,591 mi
- 27/01/2022166,591 mi
- 31/01/2023173,907 mi+7,316 mi
- 20/01/2024179,210 mi+5,303 mi
Average of roughly 6,375 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Ford Ford Focus Mk2 (C307)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (VN08 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as VN08FWG.
FORD FOCUS Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2008 model year cars.
- Instrument Cluster Solder FailureModerate
Dry solder joints on the cluster PCB cause various errors, including "Engine Systems Fault" and immobiliser issues.
- 1.6 TDCI Turbo FailureSerious
Carbon buildup in the oil feed pipe starves the turbo of oil. Repeated failures occur if the system isn’t flushed properly.
- Alternator FailureModerate
Alternators frequently fail on the 1.6 and 2.0 diesel models, often without warning.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.