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CV08 XVE

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 128,765 miles on the clock, averaging 13,644 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 CV08 XVE

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,765
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
13,644

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 reading128,765 miles
Reading date
Miles last year27,746
Average per year13,644
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV08 XVE 24k50k76k103k129k '11'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,765 miles
Since last MOT+27,746 miles
PASS
Mileage101,019 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,019 miles
Since last MOT+12,977 miles
PASS
Mileage88,042 miles
Since last MOT+10,231 miles
PASS
Mileage77,811 miles
Since last MOT+17,881 miles
PASS
Mileage59,930 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,929 miles
Since last MOT+18,952 miles
PASS
Mileage40,977 miles
Since last MOT+4,292 miles
PASS
Mileage36,685 miles
Since last MOT+5,781 miles
PASS
Mileage30,904 miles
Since last MOT+7,001 miles
PASS
Mileage23,903 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

RegistrationCV08 XVE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CV08 XVE

What car is CV08 XVE?

CV08 XVE is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Swansea in 2008.

What is the mileage of CV08 XVE?

The last recorded mileage for CV08 XVE was 128,765 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV08 XVE passed its MOT?

CV08 XVE has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2018.

Is CV08 XVE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV08 XVE 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 CV08 XVE?

CV08 XVE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.