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MT08 TFU

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 98,431 miles on the clock, averaging 24,053 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for MT08 TFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,431
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
24,053

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading98,431 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,890
Average per year24,053
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MT08 TFU 75k81k86k92k98k '11'12'11

Check MT08 TFU

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,431 miles
Since last MOT+23,890 miles
PASS
Mileage74,541 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,541 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

RegistrationMT08 TFU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MT08 TFU

What car is MT08 TFU?

MT08 TFU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MT08 TFU?

The last recorded mileage for MT08 TFU was 98,431 miles, recorded on 28 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT08 TFU passed its MOT?

MT08 TFU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 May 2012.

Is MT08 TFU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT08 TFU 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 MT08 TFU?

MT08 TFU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.