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EX08 LPA

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 78,836 miles on the clock, averaging 5,089 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for EX08 LPA

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,836
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,089

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading78,836 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,007
Average per year5,089
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX08 LPA 18k33k48k64k79k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,836 miles
Since last MOT+2,007 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,829 miles
Since last MOT+1,935 miles
PASS
Mileage74,894 miles
Since last MOT+2,969 miles
PASS
Mileage71,925 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,920 miles
Since last MOT+10,232 miles
PASS
Mileage61,688 miles
Since last MOT+390 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,298 miles
Since last MOT+8,373 miles
PASS
Mileage52,925 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,925 miles
Since last MOT+4,160 miles
PASS
Mileage48,765 miles
Since last MOT+5,840 miles
PASS
Mileage42,925 miles
Since last MOT+4,015 miles
PASS
Mileage38,910 miles
Since last MOT+3,973 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,937 miles
Since last MOT+6,001 miles
PASS
Mileage28,936 miles
Since last MOT+265 miles
PASS
Mileage28,671 miles
Since last MOT+5,902 miles
PASS
Mileage22,769 miles
Since last MOT+4,926 miles
PASS
Mileage17,843 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

RegistrationEX08 LPA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EX08 LPA

What car is EX08 LPA?

EX08 LPA is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EX08 LPA?

The last recorded mileage for EX08 LPA was 78,836 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX08 LPA passed its MOT?

EX08 LPA has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2023.

Is EX08 LPA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX08 LPA 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 EX08 LPA?

EX08 LPA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.