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EU08 VFA

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 209,104 miles on the clock, averaging 11,153 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 VFA

MOT Status
Due date passed
209,104
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2016
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
11,153

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 reading209,104 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year11,153
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU08 VFA 130k150k170k189k209k '16'23'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage209,104 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage209,101 miles
Since last MOT+17,097 miles
PASS
Mileage192,004 miles
Since last MOT+2,802 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,202 miles
Since last MOT+23,161 miles
PASS
Mileage166,041 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage166,041 miles
Since last MOT+10,046 miles
PASS
Mileage155,995 miles
Since last MOT+6,578 miles
PASS
Mileage149,417 miles
Since last MOT+7,875 miles
PASS
Mileage141,542 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,542 miles
Since last MOT+6,204 miles
PASS
Mileage135,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,338 miles
Since last MOT+4,989 miles
PASS
Mileage130,349 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,349 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 VFA
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 VFA

What car is EU08 VFA?

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

What is the mileage of EU08 VFA?

The last recorded mileage for EU08 VFA was 209,104 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU08 VFA passed its MOT?

EU08 VFA has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2023.

Is EU08 VFA ULEZ compliant?

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

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