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FM08 LHT

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlack
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 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 173,033 miles on the clock, averaging 14,184 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 FM08 LHT

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,033
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
14,184

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,033 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,184
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM08 LHT 60k88k116k145k173k '11'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,033 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,033 miles
Since last MOT+11,243 miles
PASS
Mileage161,790 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,784 miles
Since last MOT+12,142 miles
PASS
Mileage149,642 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,642 miles
Since last MOT+16,212 miles
PASS
Mileage133,430 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,430 miles
Since last MOT+17,287 miles
PASS
Mileage116,143 miles
Since last MOT+15,634 miles
PASS
Mileage100,509 miles
Since last MOT+5,086 miles
PASS
Mileage95,423 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,423 miles
Since last MOT+14,129 miles
PASS
Mileage81,294 miles
Since last MOT+21,580 miles
PASS
Mileage59,714 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

RegistrationFM08 LHT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FM08 LHT

What car is FM08 LHT?

FM08 LHT is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FM08 LHT?

The last recorded mileage for FM08 LHT was 173,033 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM08 LHT passed its MOT?

FM08 LHT has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2019.

Is FM08 LHT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM08 LHT 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 FM08 LHT?

FM08 LHT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.