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PL57 HTY

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 156,885 miles on the clock, averaging 12,618 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 PL57 HTY

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,885
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,618

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading156,885 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year12,618
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL57 HTY 60k84k108k133k157k '11'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,885 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,881 miles
Since last MOT+11,575 miles
PASS
Mileage145,306 miles
Since last MOT+10,685 miles
PASS
Mileage134,621 miles
Since last MOT+12,541 miles
PASS
Mileage122,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,080 miles
Since last MOT+12,573 miles
PASS
Mileage109,507 miles
Since last MOT+10,459 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,048 miles
Since last MOT+8,029 miles
PASS
Mileage91,019 miles
Since last MOT+30,945 miles
PASS
Mileage60,074 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

RegistrationPL57 HTY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About PL57 HTY

What car is PL57 HTY?

PL57 HTY is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PL57 HTY?

The last recorded mileage for PL57 HTY was 156,885 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL57 HTY passed its MOT?

PL57 HTY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2018.

Is PL57 HTY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 HTY 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 PL57 HTY?

PL57 HTY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.