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FH57 VRC

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 140,940 miles on the clock, averaging 5,880 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 FH57 VRC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
140,940
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,880

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 reading140,940 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year5,880
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH57 VRC 53k75k97k119k141k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,940 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,935 miles
Since last MOT+2,447 miles
PASS
Mileage138,488 miles
Since last MOT+3,015 miles
PASS
Mileage135,473 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,449 miles
Since last MOT+2,402 miles
PASS
Mileage133,047 miles
Since last MOT+3,198 miles
PASS
Mileage129,849 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,802 miles
Since last MOT+6,856 miles
PASS
Mileage122,946 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,946 miles
Since last MOT+5,617 miles
PASS
Mileage117,329 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,307 miles
Since last MOT+8,504 miles
PASS
Mileage108,803 miles
Since last MOT+7,095 miles
PASS
Mileage101,708 miles
Since last MOT+4,876 miles
PASS
Mileage96,832 miles
Since last MOT+3,464 miles
PASS
Mileage93,368 miles
Since last MOT+5,760 miles
PASS
Mileage87,608 miles
Since last MOT+5,269 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,339 miles
Since last MOT+6,943 miles
PASS
Mileage75,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,396 miles
Since last MOT+7,241 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,155 miles
Since last MOT+14,713 miles
PASS
Mileage53,442 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

RegistrationFH57 VRC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About FH57 VRC

What car is FH57 VRC?

FH57 VRC is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FH57 VRC?

The last recorded mileage for FH57 VRC was 140,940 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH57 VRC passed its MOT?

FH57 VRC has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.

Is FH57 VRC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH57 VRC 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 FH57 VRC?

FH57 VRC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.