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HN08 XLU

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 105,529 miles on the clock, averaging 5,392 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 HN08 XLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,529
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,392

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,529 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,292
Average per year5,392
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HN08 XLU 27k47k66k86k106k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,529 miles
Since last MOT+3,292 miles
PASS
Mileage102,237 miles
Since last MOT+4,352 miles
PASS
Mileage97,885 miles
Since last MOT+3,284 miles
PASS
Mileage94,601 miles
Since last MOT+3,230 miles
PASS
Mileage91,371 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,367 miles
Since last MOT+1,601 miles
PASS
Mileage89,766 miles
Since last MOT+2,279 miles
PASS
Mileage87,487 miles
Since last MOT+3,887 miles
PASS
Mileage83,600 miles
Since last MOT+3,920 miles
PASS
Mileage79,680 miles
Since last MOT+3,633 miles
PASS
Mileage76,047 miles
Since last MOT+3,240 miles
PASS
Mileage72,807 miles
Since last MOT+8,202 miles
PASS
Mileage64,605 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,603 miles
Since last MOT+8,141 miles
PASS
Mileage56,462 miles
Since last MOT+13,957 miles
PASS
Mileage42,505 miles
Since last MOT+15,477 miles
PASS
Mileage27,028 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

RegistrationHN08 XLU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHN — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About HN08 XLU

What car is HN08 XLU?

HN08 XLU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.

What is the mileage of HN08 XLU?

The last recorded mileage for HN08 XLU was 105,529 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HN08 XLU passed its MOT?

HN08 XLU has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.

Is HN08 XLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HN08 XLU 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 HN08 XLU?

HN08 XLU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.