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BL08 GXO

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2521cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 143,225 miles on the clock, averaging 8,062 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for BL08 GXO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
143,225
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
8,062

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading143,225 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,360
Average per year8,062
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BL08 GXO 27k56k85k114k143k '11'25'18

Check BL08 GXO

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,225 miles
Since last MOT+6,360 miles
PASS
Mileage136,865 miles
Since last MOT+4,810 miles
PASS
Mileage132,055 miles
Since last MOT+6,343 miles
PASS
Mileage125,712 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,695 miles
Since last MOT+4,529 miles
PASS
Mileage121,166 miles
Since last MOT+6,662 miles
PASS
Mileage114,504 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,502 miles
Since last MOT+13,907 miles
PASS
Mileage100,595 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,595 miles
Since last MOT+8,593 miles
PASS
Mileage92,002 miles
Since last MOT+10,587 miles
PASS
Mileage81,415 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,415 miles
Since last MOT+6,335 miles
PASS
Mileage75,080 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,075 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,065 miles
Since last MOT+8,187 miles
PASS
Mileage66,878 miles
Since last MOT+10,471 miles
PASS
Mileage56,407 miles
Since last MOT+9,141 miles
PASS
Mileage47,266 miles
Since last MOT+8,683 miles
PASS
Mileage38,583 miles
Since last MOT+11,637 miles
PASS
Mileage26,946 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.

Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)

Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)

Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 GXO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BL08 GXO

What car is BL08 GXO?

BL08 GXO is a black Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BL08 GXO?

The last recorded mileage for BL08 GXO was 143,225 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL08 GXO passed its MOT?

BL08 GXO has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2025.

Is BL08 GXO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 GXO 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 BL08 GXO?

BL08 GXO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.