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FG08 BYO

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 142,570 miles on the clock, averaging 16,209 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 FG08 BYO

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,570
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
16,209

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 reading142,570 miles
Reading date
Average per year16,209
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FG08 BYO 29k57k86k114k143k '11'18'16

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,570 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,570 miles
Since last MOT+14,758 miles
PASS
Mileage127,812 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,805 miles
Since last MOT+22,193 miles
PASS
Mileage105,612 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,612 miles
Since last MOT+23,322 miles
PASS
Mileage82,290 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,289 miles
Since last MOT+24,115 miles
PASS
Mileage58,174 miles
Since last MOT+10,460 miles
PASS
Mileage47,714 miles
Since last MOT+8,918 miles
PASS
Mileage38,796 miles
Since last MOT+9,974 miles
PASS
Mileage28,822 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

RegistrationFG08 BYO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FG08 BYO

What car is FG08 BYO?

FG08 BYO is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FG08 BYO?

The last recorded mileage for FG08 BYO was 142,570 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG08 BYO passed its MOT?

FG08 BYO has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2018.

Is FG08 BYO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG08 BYO 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 FG08 BYO?

FG08 BYO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.