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VN08 ECA

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 185,208 miles on the clock, averaging 10,577 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 VN08 ECA

MOT Status
Due date passed
185,208
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,577

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 reading185,208 miles
Reading date
Miles last year29,329
Average per year10,577
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VN08 ECA 48k83k117k151k185k '11'24'18

Check VN08 ECA

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage185,208 miles
Since last MOT+29,329 miles
PASS
Mileage155,879 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,879 miles
Since last MOT+6,727 miles
PASS
Mileage149,152 miles
Since last MOT+12,163 miles
PASS
Mileage136,989 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,988 miles
Since last MOT+5,332 miles
PASS
Mileage131,656 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,654 miles
Since last MOT+4,218 miles
PASS
Mileage127,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,436 miles
Since last MOT+9,060 miles
PASS
Mileage118,376 miles
Since last MOT+10,078 miles
PASS
Mileage108,298 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,298 miles
Since last MOT+9,366 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,932 miles
Since last MOT+12,112 miles
PASS
Mileage86,820 miles
Since last MOT+11,840 miles
PASS
Mileage74,980 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,980 miles
Since last MOT+12,951 miles
PASS
Mileage62,029 miles
Since last MOT+13,563 miles
PASS
Mileage48,466 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

RegistrationVN08 ECA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VN08 ECA

What car is VN08 ECA?

VN08 ECA is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.

What is the mileage of VN08 ECA?

The last recorded mileage for VN08 ECA was 185,208 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN08 ECA passed its MOT?

VN08 ECA has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 16 Apr 2024.

Is VN08 ECA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN08 ECA 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 VN08 ECA?

VN08 ECA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.