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BL57 XGB

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 120,713 miles on the clock, averaging 9,058 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 XGB

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,713
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2010
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,058

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 reading120,713 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,326
Average per year9,058
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BL57 XGB 32k54k76k98k121k '10'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,713 miles
Since last MOT+17,326 miles
PASS
Mileage103,387 miles
Since last MOT+6,268 miles
PASS
Mileage97,119 miles
Since last MOT+7,641 miles
PASS
Mileage89,478 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,478 miles
Since last MOT+8,205 miles
PASS
Mileage81,273 miles
Since last MOT+7,369 miles
PASS
Mileage73,904 miles
Since last MOT+7,850 miles
PASS
Mileage66,054 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,051 miles
Since last MOT+8,049 miles
PASS
Mileage58,002 miles
Since last MOT+6,580 miles
PASS
Mileage51,422 miles
Since last MOT+5,926 miles
PASS
Mileage45,496 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,496 miles
Since last MOT+13,683 miles
PASS
Mileage31,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,813 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 XGB
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 XGB

What car is BL57 XGB?

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

What is the mileage of BL57 XGB?

The last recorded mileage for BL57 XGB was 120,713 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL57 XGB passed its MOT?

BL57 XGB has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2020.

Is BL57 XGB ULEZ compliant?

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

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