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BD08 CHG

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 196,942 miles on the clock, averaging 11,107 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 BD08 CHG

MOT Status
Due date passed
196,942
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
11,107

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 reading196,942 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,016
Average per year11,107
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BD08 CHG 59k93k128k162k197k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage196,942 miles
Since last MOT+7,016 miles
PASS
Mileage189,926 miles
Since last MOT+10,162 miles
PASS
Mileage179,764 miles
Since last MOT+7,062 miles
PASS
Mileage172,702 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,702 miles
Since last MOT+588 miles
PASS
Mileage172,114 miles
Since last MOT+3,843 miles
PASS
Mileage168,271 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,266 miles
Since last MOT+8,545 miles
PASS
Mileage159,721 miles
Since last MOT+7,760 miles
PASS
Mileage151,961 miles
Since last MOT+8,917 miles
PASS
Mileage143,044 miles
Since last MOT+8,847 miles
PASS
Mileage134,197 miles
Since last MOT+7,835 miles
PASS
Mileage126,362 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,362 miles
Since last MOT+6,432 miles
PASS
Mileage119,930 miles
Since last MOT+19,810 miles
PASS
Mileage100,120 miles
Since last MOT+20,316 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,804 miles
Since last MOT+21,281 miles
PASS
Mileage58,523 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

RegistrationBD08 CHG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BD08 CHG

What car is BD08 CHG?

BD08 CHG is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BD08 CHG?

The last recorded mileage for BD08 CHG was 196,942 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD08 CHG passed its MOT?

BD08 CHG has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2023.

Is BD08 CHG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 CHG 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 BD08 CHG?

BD08 CHG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.