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BL08 XAU

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 84,298 miles on the clock, averaging 8,684 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for BL08 XAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,298
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,684

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading84,298 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,287
Average per year8,684
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BL08 XAU 22k37k53k69k84k '11'18'15

Check BL08 XAU

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,298 miles
Since last MOT+12,287 miles
PASS
Mileage72,011 miles
Since last MOT+9,793 miles
PASS
Mileage62,218 miles
Since last MOT+9,613 miles
PASS
Mileage52,605 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,605 miles
Since last MOT+9,180 miles
PASS
Mileage43,425 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,425 miles
Since last MOT+6,414 miles
PASS
Mileage37,011 miles
Since last MOT+8,317 miles
PASS
Mileage28,694 miles
Since last MOT+7,063 miles
PASS
Mileage21,631 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

RegistrationBL08 XAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BL08 XAU

What car is BL08 XAU?

BL08 XAU is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BL08 XAU?

The last recorded mileage for BL08 XAU was 84,298 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL08 XAU passed its MOT?

BL08 XAU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2018.

Is BL08 XAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 XAU 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 XAU?

BL08 XAU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.