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DE08 RMZ

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
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 1560cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 168,365 miles on the clock, averaging 15,931 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 DE08 RMZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,365
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
15,931

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 reading168,365 miles
Reading date
Miles last year78
Average per year15,931
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DE08 RMZ 84k105k126k147k168k '11'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,365 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,287 miles
Since last MOT+5,534 miles
PASS
Mileage162,753 miles
Since last MOT+4,817 miles
PASS
Mileage157,936 miles
Since last MOT+10,437 miles
PASS
Mileage147,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,499 miles
Since last MOT+14,237 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,262 miles
Since last MOT+4,854 miles
PASS
Mileage128,408 miles
Since last MOT+44,621 miles
PASS
Mileage83,787 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

RegistrationDE08 RMZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DE08 RMZ

What car is DE08 RMZ?

DE08 RMZ is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.

What is the mileage of DE08 RMZ?

The last recorded mileage for DE08 RMZ was 168,365 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DE08 RMZ passed its MOT?

DE08 RMZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2016.

Is DE08 RMZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 RMZ 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 DE08 RMZ?

DE08 RMZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.