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BN08 OLR

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1596cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1596cc
ColourBlack
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 1596cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 150,971 miles on the clock, averaging 8,808 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 BN08 OLR

MOT Status
Due date passed
150,971
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,808

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 reading150,971 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,808
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN08 OLR 44k71k98k124k151k '11'23'17

Check BN08 OLR

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage150,971 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,971 miles
Since last MOT+11,028 miles
PASS
Mileage139,943 miles
Since last MOT+6,079 miles
PASS
Mileage133,864 miles
Since last MOT+6,027 miles
PASS
Mileage127,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,837 miles
Since last MOT+7,190 miles
PASS
Mileage120,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,647 miles
Since last MOT+6,225 miles
PASS
Mileage114,422 miles
Since last MOT+7,408 miles
PASS
Mileage107,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,014 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,011 miles
Since last MOT+10,306 miles
PASS
Mileage96,705 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,705 miles
Since last MOT+6,546 miles
PASS
Mileage90,159 miles
Since last MOT+11,761 miles
PASS
Mileage78,398 miles
Since last MOT+19,668 miles
PASS
Mileage58,730 miles
Since last MOT+742 miles
PASS
Mileage57,988 miles
Since last MOT+13,506 miles
PASS
Mileage44,482 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 OLR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1596cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BN08 OLR

What car is BN08 OLR?

BN08 OLR is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BN08 OLR?

The last recorded mileage for BN08 OLR was 150,971 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN08 OLR passed its MOT?

BN08 OLR has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2023.

Is BN08 OLR ULEZ compliant?

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

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