Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Ford Focus Diesel 1560cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 126,755 miles on the clock, averaging 12,174 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 RY57 VLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,755 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,622 |
| Average per year | 12,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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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
| Registration | RY57 VLV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RY57 VLV
What car is RY57 VLV?
RY57 VLV is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 VLV?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 VLV was 126,755 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 VLV passed its MOT?
RY57 VLV has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2017.
Is RY57 VLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 VLV 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 RY57 VLV?
RY57 VLV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.