2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · YH08 UTW
2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 104,608 miles. MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,608 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YH08 UTW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2025
- 104,608 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YH08 UTW 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 (YH08 UTW) between November 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 August 2025 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 (10 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Rear Service brake grabbing severely Both sides (1.2.1 (c))”.
YH08 UTW Mileage History
- 28/11/2023101,064 mi
- 29/11/2023101,067 mi+3 mi
- 20/09/2024103,388 mi+2,321 mi
- 28/08/2025104,608 mi+1,220 mi
- 29/08/2025104,608 mi
Average of roughly 2,023 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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