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EA08 YHC

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 146,076 miles on the clock, averaging 7,033 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for EA08 YHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,076
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,033

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading146,076 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,956
Average per year7,033
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 YHC 68k88k107k127k146k '11'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,076 miles
Since last MOT+2,956 miles
PASS
Mileage143,120 miles
Since last MOT+2,167 miles
PASS
Mileage140,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,953 miles
Since last MOT+4,383 miles
PASS
Mileage136,570 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,570 miles
Since last MOT+5,625 miles
PASS
Mileage130,945 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,945 miles
Since last MOT+4,693 miles
PASS
Mileage126,252 miles
Since last MOT+13,030 miles
PASS
Mileage113,222 miles
Since last MOT+11,963 miles
PASS
Mileage101,259 miles
Since last MOT+12,508 miles
PASS
Mileage88,751 miles
Since last MOT+7,227 miles
PASS
Mileage81,524 miles
Since last MOT+13,202 miles
PASS
Mileage68,322 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

RegistrationEA08 YHC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 YHC

What car is EA08 YHC?

EA08 YHC is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 YHC?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 YHC was 146,076 miles, recorded on 3 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 YHC passed its MOT?

EA08 YHC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2022.

Is EA08 YHC ULEZ compliant?

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

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