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AB08 TLN

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Ford Focus Diesel 1560cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 189,072 miles on the clock, averaging 12,105 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for AB08 TLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
189,072
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
12,105

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading189,072 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,113
Average per year12,105
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AB08 TLN 36k74k113k151k189k '11'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage189,072 miles
Since last MOT+7,113 miles
PASS
Mileage181,959 miles
Since last MOT+6,904 miles
PASS
Mileage175,055 miles
Since last MOT+7,948 miles
PASS
Mileage167,107 miles
Since last MOT+8,709 miles
PASS
Mileage158,398 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage151,404 miles
Since last MOT+16,307 miles
PASS
Mileage135,097 miles
Since last MOT+11,680 miles
PASS
Mileage123,417 miles
Since last MOT+12,931 miles
PASS
Mileage110,486 miles
Since last MOT+15,802 miles
PASS
Mileage94,684 miles
Since last MOT+16,786 miles
PASS
Mileage77,898 miles
Since last MOT+14,770 miles
PASS
Mileage63,128 miles
Since last MOT+4,566 miles
PASS
Mileage58,562 miles
Since last MOT+22,431 miles
PASS
Mileage36,131 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,131 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Turbocharger (Garrett GT15 variable geometry turbo) – oil feed pipe sludge build-up leading to starvation and failure

EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve and actuator)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 TLN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAB — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AB08 TLN

What car is AB08 TLN?

AB08 TLN is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AB08 TLN?

The last recorded mileage for AB08 TLN was 189,072 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AB08 TLN passed its MOT?

AB08 TLN has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2024.

Is AB08 TLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 TLN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AB08 TLN?

AB08 TLN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.