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BN08 ULU

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 121,346 miles on the clock, averaging 10,731 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 ULU

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,346
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
10,731

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 reading121,346 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,306
Average per year10,731
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN08 ULU 39k59k80k101k121k '11'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,346 miles
Since last MOT+5,306 miles
PASS
Mileage116,040 miles
Since last MOT+3,394 miles
PASS
Mileage112,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,646 miles
Since last MOT+822 miles
PASS
Mileage111,824 miles
Since last MOT+10,841 miles
PASS
Mileage100,983 miles
Since last MOT+18,629 miles
PASS
Mileage82,354 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,352 miles
Since last MOT+22,189 miles
PASS
Mileage60,163 miles
Since last MOT+19,564 miles
PASS
Mileage40,599 miles
Since last MOT+1,754 miles
PASS
Mileage38,845 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 ULU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BN08 ULU

What car is BN08 ULU?

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

What is the mileage of BN08 ULU?

The last recorded mileage for BN08 ULU was 121,346 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN08 ULU passed its MOT?

BN08 ULU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2018.

Is BN08 ULU ULEZ compliant?

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

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