Ford Focus Style Td 115 (2008)
2008 Ford Focus Style Td 115
CarHunch analysed 378 real MOT records for the 2008 Ford Focus Style Td 115. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2008 Ford Focus diesel is a serious reliability concern—only 14.7% pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and the diesel variant performs no better at 14.5%. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, but repeat failures are clearly the norm rather than the exception.
With median mileage sitting at 132,325 miles, these cars have covered significant ground, yet the average of just 0.16 failures per vehicle suggests most issues are minor and fixable rather than structural. Before buying one, budget for multiple MOT visits and have a diesel specialist inspect the engine and transmission thoroughly—this model's track record says you'll need both patience and a mechanic on speed dial.
What to check before buying a 2008 Ford Focus Style Td 115
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 377 | 14.5% | 0.16 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Ford Focus Style Td 115 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Ford Focus Style Td 115 vehicles fall between 107,242 and 154,100 miles.
2008 Ford Focus Style Td 115 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (18% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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