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GY08 XEU

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 158,620 miles on the clock, averaging 11,495 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 GY08 XEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,620
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
11,495

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 reading158,620 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,963
Average per year11,495
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GY08 XEU 13k50k86k122k159k '11'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,620 miles
Since last MOT+9,963 miles
PASS
Mileage148,657 miles
Since last MOT+9,449 miles
PASS
Mileage139,208 miles
Since last MOT+19,846 miles
PASS
Mileage119,362 miles
Since last MOT+5,671 miles
PASS
Mileage113,691 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,544 miles
Since last MOT+14,593 miles
PASS
Mileage100,951 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,951 miles
Since last MOT+18,139 miles
PASS
Mileage82,812 miles
Since last MOT+11,098 miles
PASS
Mileage71,714 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage66,122 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,122 miles
Since last MOT+12,005 miles
PASS
Mileage54,117 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,117 miles
Since last MOT+13,649 miles
PASS
Mileage40,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,468 miles
Since last MOT+14,987 miles
PASS
Mileage25,481 miles
Since last MOT+12,019 miles
PASS
Mileage13,462 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage13,412 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

RegistrationGY08 XEU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GY08 XEU

What car is GY08 XEU?

GY08 XEU is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GY08 XEU?

The last recorded mileage for GY08 XEU was 158,620 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY08 XEU passed its MOT?

GY08 XEU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2023.

Is GY08 XEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 XEU 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 GY08 XEU?

GY08 XEU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.