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RO08 JHX

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Orange Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourOrange
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 144,232 miles on the clock, averaging 10,152 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 RO08 JHX

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,232
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,152

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading144,232 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year10,152
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RO08 JHX 46k70k95k120k144k '11'20'16

Check RO08 JHX

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,232 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,217 miles
Since last MOT+13,474 miles
PASS
Mileage130,743 miles
Since last MOT+6,049 miles
PASS
Mileage124,694 miles
Since last MOT+10,910 miles
PASS
Mileage113,784 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,784 miles
Since last MOT+13,835 miles
PASS
Mileage99,949 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,942 miles
Since last MOT+9,256 miles
PASS
Mileage90,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,686 miles
Since last MOT+10,666 miles
PASS
Mileage80,020 miles
Since last MOT+5,703 miles
PASS
Mileage74,317 miles
Since last MOT+12,440 miles
PASS
Mileage61,877 miles
Since last MOT+16,368 miles
PASS
Mileage45,509 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

RegistrationRO08 JHX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RO08 JHX

What car is RO08 JHX?

RO08 JHX is an orange Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RO08 JHX?

The last recorded mileage for RO08 JHX was 144,232 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO08 JHX passed its MOT?

RO08 JHX has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2020.

Is RO08 JHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO08 JHX 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 RO08 JHX?

RO08 JHX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.