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 Petrol 1798cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for MT08 JAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,340 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,962 |
| Average per year | 9,733 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Timing chain and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT08 JAO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MT08 JAO
What car is MT08 JAO?
MT08 JAO is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
Has MT08 JAO passed its MOT?
MT08 JAO has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2022.
Is MT08 JAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT08 JAO is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MT08 JAO?
MT08 JAO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.