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BF08 LHO

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 157,495 miles on the clock, averaging 11,412 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 BF08 LHO

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,495
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,412

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 reading157,495 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,355
Average per year11,412
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BF08 LHO 46k74k102k130k157k '11'20'15

Check BF08 LHO

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,495 miles
Since last MOT+10,355 miles
PASS
Mileage147,140 miles
Since last MOT+5,965 miles
PASS
Mileage141,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,175 miles
Since last MOT+5,337 miles
PASS
Mileage135,838 miles
Since last MOT+5,747 miles
PASS
Mileage130,091 miles
Since last MOT+15,987 miles
PASS
Mileage114,104 miles
Since last MOT+18,037 miles
PASS
Mileage96,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,067 miles
Since last MOT+6,547 miles
PASS
Mileage89,520 miles
Since last MOT+14,110 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,410 miles
Since last MOT+12,919 miles
PASS
Mileage62,491 miles
Since last MOT+16,105 miles
PASS
Mileage46,386 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

RegistrationBF08 LHO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBF — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BF08 LHO

What car is BF08 LHO?

BF08 LHO is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BF08 LHO?

The last recorded mileage for BF08 LHO was 157,495 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BF08 LHO passed its MOT?

BF08 LHO has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2020.

Is BF08 LHO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF08 LHO 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 BF08 LHO?

BF08 LHO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.