Vehicle summary
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 151,234 miles on the clock, averaging 15,424 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 RUY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,234 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,504 |
| Average per year | 15,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA08 RUY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 RUY
What car is EA08 RUY?
EA08 RUY is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA08 RUY?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 RUY was 151,234 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 RUY passed its MOT?
EA08 RUY has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2020.
Is EA08 RUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 RUY 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 RUY?
EA08 RUY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.