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EU08 LDA

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 167,006 miles on the clock, averaging 9,659 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 EU08 LDA

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,006
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2019
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,659

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading167,006 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,358
Average per year9,659
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EU08 LDA 109k124k138k153k167k '19'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage167,006 miles
Since last MOT+7,358 miles
PASS
Mileage159,648 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,622 miles
Since last MOT+8,460 miles
PASS
Mileage151,162 miles
Since last MOT+9,609 miles
PASS
Mileage141,553 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,512 miles
Since last MOT+10,123 miles
PASS
Mileage131,389 miles
Since last MOT+10,578 miles
PASS
Mileage120,811 miles
Since last MOT+11,423 miles
PASS
Mileage109,388 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

RegistrationEU08 LDA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EU08 LDA

What car is EU08 LDA?

EU08 LDA is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EU08 LDA?

The last recorded mileage for EU08 LDA was 167,006 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU08 LDA passed its MOT?

EU08 LDA has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2025.

Is EU08 LDA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU08 LDA 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 EU08 LDA?

EU08 LDA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.