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EA58 OBR

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 161,999 miles on the clock, averaging 9,022 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 EA58 OBR

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,999
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,022

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 reading161,999 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,022
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA58 OBR 55k81k108k135k162k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,999 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,999 miles
Since last MOT+12,874 miles
PASS
Mileage149,125 miles
Since last MOT+7,868 miles
PASS
Mileage141,257 miles
Since last MOT+8,663 miles
PASS
Mileage132,594 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,492 miles
Since last MOT+9,214 miles
PASS
Mileage123,278 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,278 miles
Since last MOT+12,496 miles
PASS
Mileage110,782 miles
Since last MOT+9,505 miles
PASS
Mileage101,277 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,277 miles
Since last MOT+8,799 miles
PASS
Mileage92,478 miles
Since last MOT+2,405 miles
PASS
Mileage90,073 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,072 miles
Since last MOT+2,479 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,593 miles
Since last MOT+14,091 miles
PASS
Mileage73,502 miles
Since last MOT+2,037 miles
PASS
Mileage71,465 miles
Since last MOT+16,943 miles
PASS
Mileage54,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,522 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

RegistrationEA58 OBR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About EA58 OBR

What car is EA58 OBR?

EA58 OBR is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA58 OBR?

The last recorded mileage for EA58 OBR was 161,999 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA58 OBR passed its MOT?

EA58 OBR has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2023.

Is EA58 OBR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA58 OBR 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 EA58 OBR?

EA58 OBR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.