Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 128,854 miles on the clock, averaging 8,719 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for LA08 MPE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,854 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,764 |
| Average per year | 8,719 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LA08 MPE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LA08 MPE
What car is LA08 MPE?
LA08 MPE is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LA08 MPE?
The last recorded mileage for LA08 MPE was 128,854 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA08 MPE passed its MOT?
LA08 MPE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2021.
Is LA08 MPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA08 MPE 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 LA08 MPE?
LA08 MPE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.