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EA58 THZ

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 172,508 miles on the clock, averaging 11,208 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 THZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
172,508
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,208

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading172,508 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year11,208
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA58 THZ 37k71k105k139k173k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,508 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,506 miles
Since last MOT+2,994 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,512 miles
Since last MOT+22,273 miles
PASS
Mileage147,239 miles
Since last MOT+17,255 miles
PASS
Mileage129,984 miles
Since last MOT+13,113 miles
PASS
Mileage116,871 miles
Since last MOT+7,434 miles
PASS
Mileage109,437 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,432 miles
Since last MOT+8,125 miles
PASS
Mileage101,307 miles
Since last MOT+8,145 miles
PASS
Mileage93,162 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,157 miles
Since last MOT+9,384 miles
PASS
Mileage83,773 miles
Since last MOT+9,959 miles
PASS
Mileage73,814 miles
Since last MOT+11,703 miles
PASS
Mileage62,111 miles
Since last MOT+10,706 miles
PASS
Mileage51,405 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,372 miles
Since last MOT+9,516 miles
PASS
Mileage41,856 miles
Since last MOT+4,616 miles
PASS
Mileage37,240 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,240 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 THZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About EA58 THZ

What car is EA58 THZ?

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

What is the mileage of EA58 THZ?

The last recorded mileage for EA58 THZ was 172,508 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA58 THZ passed its MOT?

EA58 THZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2023.

Is EA58 THZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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