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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 131,914 miles on the clock, averaging 7,306 miles per year, below 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 EF08 RCZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,914 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,949 |
| Average per year | 7,306 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | EF08 RCZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 RCZ
What car is EF08 RCZ?
EF08 RCZ is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 RCZ?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 RCZ was 131,914 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 RCZ passed its MOT?
EF08 RCZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2024.
Is EF08 RCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 RCZ 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 EF08 RCZ?
EF08 RCZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.