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RO08 MXC

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 144,404 miles on the clock, averaging 11,258 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 MXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,404
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,258

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 reading144,404 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,258
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO08 MXC 65k85k105k125k144k '11'18'16

Check RO08 MXC

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,404 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,404 miles
Since last MOT+161 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,243 miles
Since last MOT+6,661 miles
PASS
Mileage137,582 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,544 miles
Since last MOT+6,841 miles
PASS
Mileage130,703 miles
Since last MOT+6,663 miles
PASS
Mileage124,040 miles
Since last MOT+16,474 miles
PASS
Mileage107,566 miles
Since last MOT+19,891 miles
PASS
Mileage87,675 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,675 miles
Since last MOT+22,235 miles
PASS
Mileage65,440 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 MXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RO08 MXC

What car is RO08 MXC?

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

What is the mileage of RO08 MXC?

The last recorded mileage for RO08 MXC was 144,404 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO08 MXC passed its MOT?

RO08 MXC has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2018.

Is RO08 MXC ULEZ compliant?

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

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