2008 Ford Focus 1.8L Diesel · FV08 VJY
2008 Ford Focus (1.8L, diesel). First registered 06 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 232,453 miles. MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 232,453 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV08 VJY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 232,453 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV08 VJY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Focus (FV08 VJY) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225-40-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))”.
FV08 VJY Mileage History
- 29/08/2024219,385 mi
- 13/08/2025225,018 mi+5,633 mi
- 13/08/2025225,018 mi
- 25/08/2026232,452 mi+7,434 mi
- 27/08/2026232,453 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,558 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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