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RO08 YYV

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 237,482 miles on the clock, averaging 17,079 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 YYV

MOT Status
Due date passed
237,482
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
17,079

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 reading237,482 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year17,079
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO08 YYV 59k104k148k193k237k '11'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage237,482 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage237,474 miles
Since last MOT+7,010 miles
PASS
Mileage230,464 miles
Since last MOT+8,904 miles
PASS
Mileage221,560 miles
Since last MOT+11,416 miles
PASS
Mileage210,144 miles
Since last MOT+10,090 miles
PASS
Mileage200,054 miles
Since last MOT+7,682 miles
PASS
Mileage192,372 miles
Since last MOT+25,892 miles
PASS
Mileage166,480 miles
Since last MOT+418 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,062 miles
Since last MOT+35,078 miles
PASS
Mileage130,984 miles
Since last MOT+34,336 miles
PASS
Mileage96,648 miles
Since last MOT+16,449 miles
PASS
Mileage80,199 miles
Since last MOT+21,112 miles
PASS
Mileage59,087 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 YYV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RO08 YYV

What car is RO08 YYV?

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

What is the mileage of RO08 YYV?

The last recorded mileage for RO08 YYV was 237,482 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO08 YYV passed its MOT?

RO08 YYV has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2021.

Is RO08 YYV ULEZ compliant?

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

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