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NB08 JBY

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlack
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 139,649 miles on the clock, averaging 42,619 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 NB08 JBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,649
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2009
50%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
42,619

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,649 miles
Reading date
Average per year42,619
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NB08 JBY 13k45k76k108k140k '09'12'11

Check NB08 JBY

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,649 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,649 miles
Since last MOT+47,342 miles
PASS
Mileage92,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,307 miles
Since last MOT+39,110 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,197 miles
Since last MOT+40,410 miles
PASS
Mileage12,787 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

RegistrationNB08 JBY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeNB — Newcastle, North
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About NB08 JBY

What car is NB08 JBY?

NB08 JBY is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2008.

What is the mileage of NB08 JBY?

The last recorded mileage for NB08 JBY was 139,649 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NB08 JBY passed its MOT?

NB08 JBY has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2012.

Is NB08 JBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NB08 JBY 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 NB08 JBY?

NB08 JBY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.