Vehicle summary
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 1 MOT test on record, passing 0 and failing once (0% pass rate). It has 34,208 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.
MOT & Mileage History for MA08 XWU
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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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
| Registration | MA08 XWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MA08 XWU
What car is MA08 XWU?
MA08 XWU is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 XWU?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 XWU was 34,208 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 XWU passed its MOT?
MA08 XWU has had 1 MOT tests with a 0% pass rate (0 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 21 Feb 2011.
Is MA08 XWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 XWU 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 MA08 XWU?
MA08 XWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.