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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 155,635 miles on the clock, averaging 8,897 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 FA08 GBF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 155,635 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,640 |
| Average per year | 8,897 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FA08 GBF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FA08 GBF
What car is FA08 GBF?
FA08 GBF is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FA08 GBF?
The last recorded mileage for FA08 GBF was 155,635 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA08 GBF passed its MOT?
FA08 GBF has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 3 Feb 2025.
Is FA08 GBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA08 GBF 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 FA08 GBF?
FA08 GBF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.