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LA08 MWJ

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 126,818 miles on the clock, averaging 8,595 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for LA08 MWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,818
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,595

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading126,818 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,595
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LA08 MWJ 36k59k81k104k127k '11'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,818 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,818 miles
Since last MOT+11,117 miles
PASS
Mileage115,701 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,700 miles
Since last MOT+6,136 miles
PASS
Mileage109,564 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,563 miles
Since last MOT+8,394 miles
PASS
Mileage101,169 miles
Since last MOT+9,053 miles
PASS
Mileage92,116 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,116 miles
Since last MOT+8,256 miles
PASS
Mileage83,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,860 miles
Since last MOT+8,837 miles
PASS
Mileage75,023 miles
Since last MOT+9,964 miles
PASS
Mileage65,059 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,033 miles
Since last MOT+8,981 miles
PASS
Mileage56,052 miles
Since last MOT+6,342 miles
PASS
Mileage49,710 miles
Since last MOT+13,721 miles
PASS
Mileage35,989 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

RegistrationLA08 MWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LA08 MWJ

What car is LA08 MWJ?

LA08 MWJ is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LA08 MWJ?

The last recorded mileage for LA08 MWJ was 126,818 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA08 MWJ passed its MOT?

LA08 MWJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2022.

Is LA08 MWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA08 MWJ 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 MWJ?

LA08 MWJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.