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EF08 XZJ

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
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 1997cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 153,563 miles on the clock, averaging 9,698 miles per year, above 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 XZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,563
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,698

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 reading153,563 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,698
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF08 XZJ 35k65k95k124k154k '11'23'17

Check EF08 XZJ

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,563 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,563 miles
Since last MOT+12,272 miles
PASS
Mileage141,291 miles
Since last MOT+4,939 miles
PASS
Mileage136,352 miles
Since last MOT+6,839 miles
PASS
Mileage129,513 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,493 miles
Since last MOT+7,688 miles
PASS
Mileage121,805 miles
Since last MOT+9,268 miles
PASS
Mileage112,537 miles
Since last MOT+11,990 miles
PASS
Mileage100,547 miles
Since last MOT+11,589 miles
PASS
Mileage88,958 miles
Since last MOT+12,553 miles
PASS
Mileage76,405 miles
Since last MOT+2,896 miles
PASS
Mileage73,509 miles
Since last MOT+6,964 miles
PASS
Mileage66,545 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,545 miles
Since last MOT+10,357 miles
PASS
Mileage56,188 miles
Since last MOT+10,085 miles
PASS
Mileage46,103 miles
Since last MOT+10,635 miles
PASS
Mileage35,468 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 XZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 XZJ

What car is EF08 XZJ?

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

What is the mileage of EF08 XZJ?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 XZJ was 153,563 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 XZJ passed its MOT?

EF08 XZJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2023.

Is EF08 XZJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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