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EA08 JYB

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
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 1997cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 116,360 miles on the clock, averaging 11,864 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.

MOT & Mileage History for EA08 JYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,360
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,864

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading116,360 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,617
Average per year11,864
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 JYB 26k49k71k94k116k '11'18'15

Check EA08 JYB

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,360 miles
Since last MOT+6,617 miles
PASS
Mileage109,743 miles
Since last MOT+8,605 miles
PASS
Mileage101,138 miles
Since last MOT+9,785 miles
PASS
Mileage91,353 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,353 miles
Since last MOT+12,757 miles
PASS
Mileage78,596 miles
Since last MOT+9,442 miles
PASS
Mileage69,154 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,154 miles
Since last MOT+11,851 miles
PASS
Mileage57,303 miles
Since last MOT+18,061 miles
PASS
Mileage39,242 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,242 miles
Since last MOT+13,318 miles
PASS
Mileage25,924 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.

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 JYB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 JYB

What car is EA08 JYB?

EA08 JYB is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 JYB?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 JYB was 116,360 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 JYB passed its MOT?

EA08 JYB has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2018.

Is EA08 JYB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 JYB 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 EA08 JYB?

EA08 JYB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.