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AE08 RCO

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 137,606 miles on the clock, averaging 11,125 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 AE08 RCO

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,606
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,125

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 reading137,606 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,125
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AE08 RCO 49k71k94k116k138k '11'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,606 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,606 miles
Since last MOT+5,593 miles
PASS
Mileage132,013 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,013 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage127,527 miles
Since last MOT+12,237 miles
PASS
Mileage115,290 miles
Since last MOT+9,788 miles
PASS
Mileage105,502 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,502 miles
Since last MOT+12,605 miles
PASS
Mileage92,897 miles
Since last MOT+16,381 miles
PASS
Mileage76,516 miles
Since last MOT+12,452 miles
PASS
Mileage64,064 miles
Since last MOT+14,668 miles
PASS
Mileage49,396 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

RegistrationAE08 RCO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAE — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AE08 RCO

What car is AE08 RCO?

AE08 RCO is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AE08 RCO?

The last recorded mileage for AE08 RCO was 137,606 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AE08 RCO passed its MOT?

AE08 RCO has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2019.

Is AE08 RCO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE08 RCO 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 AE08 RCO?

AE08 RCO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.