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EF08 XYG

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourGreen
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 1997cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 88,830 miles on the clock, averaging 3,870 miles per year, well 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 XYG

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,830
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,870

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading88,830 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,492
Average per year3,870
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 XYG 34k48k62k75k89k '11'25'19

Check EF08 XYG

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,830 miles
Since last MOT+1,492 miles
PASS
Mileage87,338 miles
Since last MOT+1,777 miles
PASS
Mileage85,561 miles
Since last MOT+2,142 miles
PASS
Mileage83,419 miles
Since last MOT+2,624 miles
PASS
Mileage80,795 miles
Since last MOT+2,098 miles
PASS
Mileage78,697 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,655 miles
Since last MOT+3,514 miles
PASS
Mileage75,141 miles
Since last MOT+4,994 miles
PASS
Mileage70,147 miles
Since last MOT+4,139 miles
PASS
Mileage66,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,487 miles
PASS
Mileage61,521 miles
Since last MOT+4,261 miles
PASS
Mileage57,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,821 miles
PASS
Mileage52,439 miles
Since last MOT+5,647 miles
PASS
Mileage46,792 miles
Since last MOT+5,791 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,001 miles
Since last MOT+6,640 miles
PASS
Mileage34,361 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.

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 XYG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 XYG

What car is EF08 XYG?

EF08 XYG is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EF08 XYG?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 XYG was 88,830 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 XYG passed its MOT?

EF08 XYG has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2025.

Is EF08 XYG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 XYG 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 XYG?

EF08 XYG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.