Vehicle summary
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 1997cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 129,396 miles on the clock, averaging 8,193 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for BL08 NLT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,396 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,706 |
| Average per year | 8,193 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL08 NLT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BL08 NLT
What car is BL08 NLT?
BL08 NLT is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL08 NLT?
The last recorded mileage for BL08 NLT was 129,396 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL08 NLT passed its MOT?
BL08 NLT has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Mar 2019.
Is BL08 NLT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 NLT 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 BL08 NLT?
BL08 NLT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.