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BL57 LWH

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourGrey
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 87,343 miles on the clock, averaging 24,669 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 BL57 LWH

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,343
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
24,669

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading87,343 miles
Reading date
Average per year24,669
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BL57 LWH 61k68k74k81k87k '11'12'12

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,343 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,343 miles
Since last MOT+26,091 miles
PASS
Mileage61,252 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

RegistrationBL57 LWH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About BL57 LWH

What car is BL57 LWH?

BL57 LWH is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BL57 LWH?

The last recorded mileage for BL57 LWH was 87,343 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL57 LWH passed its MOT?

BL57 LWH has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Feb 2012.

Is BL57 LWH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL57 LWH 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 BL57 LWH?

BL57 LWH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.