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AF08 VPL

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 104,524 miles on the clock, averaging 5,773 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for AF08 VPL

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,524
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,773

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading104,524 miles
Reading date
Miles last year925
Average per year5,773
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF08 VPL 27k46k66k85k105k '11'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,524 miles
Since last MOT+925 miles
PASS
Mileage103,599 miles
Since last MOT+184 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,415 miles
Since last MOT+452 miles
PASS
Mileage102,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,963 miles
Since last MOT+8,875 miles
PASS
Mileage94,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,088 miles
Since last MOT+9,898 miles
PASS
Mileage84,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,190 miles
Since last MOT+14,107 miles
PASS
Mileage70,083 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,007 miles
Since last MOT+12,934 miles
PASS
Mileage57,073 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,073 miles
Since last MOT+3,691 miles
PASS
Mileage53,382 miles
Since last MOT+4,488 miles
PASS
Mileage48,894 miles
Since last MOT+5,645 miles
PASS
Mileage43,249 miles
Since last MOT+5,611 miles
PASS
Mileage37,638 miles
Since last MOT+7,214 miles
PASS
Mileage30,424 miles
Since last MOT+3,448 miles
PASS
Mileage26,976 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

RegistrationAF08 VPL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AF08 VPL

What car is AF08 VPL?

AF08 VPL is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AF08 VPL?

The last recorded mileage for AF08 VPL was 104,524 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF08 VPL passed its MOT?

AF08 VPL has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2024.

Is AF08 VPL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF08 VPL 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 AF08 VPL?

AF08 VPL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.