Yes, YY08 VYA is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 January 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for YY08 VYA?

The MOT for YY08 VYA is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 December 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of YY08 VYA?

The recorded mileage for YY08 VYA is 86,571 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YY08 VYA ULEZ compliant?

Yes, YY08 VYA (FORD FOCUS) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · YY08 VYA

YY08 VYA

2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/2008. Recorded mileage 86,571 miles. MOT valid until 14/12/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model: FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin: 2008 · Beverley / Hull
MOT Status: Valid until 14/12/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 86,571 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 14/12/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/01/2027

Mileage: 86,571 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2008
Engine: 1596cc

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YY08 VYA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2025
86,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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YY08 VYA Mileage History

16/01/202371,453 mi
04/01/202478,331 mi+6,878 mi
04/01/202478,331 mi
19/12/202484,332 mi+6,001 mi
15/12/202586,571 mi+2,239 mi

Average of roughly 5,191 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YY08 VYA MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 31 Aug 2026, 04:23

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Focus (YY08 VYA) between January 2023 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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 Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength whe”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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