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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 115,912 miles on the clock, averaging 7,997 miles per year, around 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 ET08 LJX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,912 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,997 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | ET08 LJX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About ET08 LJX
What car is ET08 LJX?
ET08 LJX is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of ET08 LJX?
The last recorded mileage for ET08 LJX was 115,912 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET08 LJX passed its MOT?
ET08 LJX has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2024.
Is ET08 LJX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET08 LJX 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 ET08 LJX?
ET08 LJX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.