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RF08 HJU

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 129,676 miles on the clock, averaging 9,628 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 RF08 HJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,676
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,628

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 reading129,676 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,628
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF08 HJU 60k77k95k112k130k '11'18'15

Check RF08 HJU

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,676 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,676 miles
Since last MOT+12,321 miles
PASS
Mileage117,355 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,354 miles
Since last MOT+5,812 miles
PASS
Mileage111,542 miles
Since last MOT+6,679 miles
PASS
Mileage104,863 miles
Since last MOT+8,338 miles
PASS
Mileage96,525 miles
Since last MOT+7,614 miles
PASS
Mileage88,911 miles
Since last MOT+7,705 miles
PASS
Mileage81,206 miles
Since last MOT+926 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,280 miles
Since last MOT+20,216 miles
PASS
Mileage60,064 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

RegistrationRF08 HJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RF08 HJU

What car is RF08 HJU?

RF08 HJU is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RF08 HJU?

The last recorded mileage for RF08 HJU was 129,676 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF08 HJU passed its MOT?

RF08 HJU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2018.

Is RF08 HJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 HJU 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 RF08 HJU?

RF08 HJU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.