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BN08 OHY

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 155,331 miles on the clock, averaging 14,164 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 BN08 OHY

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,331
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
14,164

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 reading155,331 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,347
Average per year14,164
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN08 OHY 78k98k117k136k155k '11'16'14

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,331 miles
Since last MOT+7,347 miles
PASS
Mileage147,984 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,984 miles
Since last MOT+12,986 miles
PASS
Mileage134,998 miles
Since last MOT+8,835 miles
PASS
Mileage126,163 miles
Since last MOT+15,725 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,438 miles
Since last MOT+32,197 miles
PASS
Mileage78,241 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,241 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

RegistrationBN08 OHY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BN08 OHY

What car is BN08 OHY?

BN08 OHY is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BN08 OHY?

The last recorded mileage for BN08 OHY was 155,331 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN08 OHY passed its MOT?

BN08 OHY has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2016.

Is BN08 OHY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN08 OHY 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 BN08 OHY?

BN08 OHY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.