Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1999cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 184,305 miles on the clock, averaging 9,181 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for AV08 VPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,181 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AV08 VPL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AV08 VPL
What car is AV08 VPL?
AV08 VPL is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AV08 VPL?
The last recorded mileage for AV08 VPL was 184,305 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV08 VPL passed its MOT?
AV08 VPL has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2023.
Is AV08 VPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV08 VPL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AV08 VPL?
AV08 VPL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.