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RA08 HCP

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 143,982 miles on the clock, averaging 8,428 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for RA08 HCP

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,982
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
8,428

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading143,982 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,174
Average per year8,428
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RA08 HCP 26k56k85k115k144k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,982 miles
Since last MOT+14,174 miles
PASS
Mileage129,808 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,807 miles
Since last MOT+11,683 miles
PASS
Mileage118,124 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,123 miles
Since last MOT+8,948 miles
PASS
Mileage109,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,175 miles
Since last MOT+6,818 miles
PASS
Mileage102,357 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,352 miles
Since last MOT+4,874 miles
PASS
Mileage97,478 miles
Since last MOT+5,692 miles
PASS
Mileage91,786 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,490 miles
PASS
Mileage84,296 miles
Since last MOT+8,564 miles
PASS
Mileage75,732 miles
Since last MOT+7,085 miles
PASS
Mileage68,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,647 miles
Since last MOT+7,453 miles
PASS
Mileage61,194 miles
Since last MOT+6,865 miles
PASS
Mileage54,329 miles
Since last MOT+6,752 miles
PASS
Mileage47,577 miles
Since last MOT+10,157 miles
PASS
Mileage37,420 miles
Since last MOT+11,128 miles
PASS
Mileage26,292 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

RegistrationRA08 HCP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RA08 HCP

What car is RA08 HCP?

RA08 HCP is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RA08 HCP?

The last recorded mileage for RA08 HCP was 143,982 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA08 HCP passed its MOT?

RA08 HCP has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2025.

Is RA08 HCP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 HCP 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 RA08 HCP?

RA08 HCP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.