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 Diesel 1753cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 163,218 miles on the clock, averaging 10,266 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL08 HLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,218 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 84 |
| Average per year | 10,266 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL08 HLA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BL08 HLA
What car is BL08 HLA?
BL08 HLA is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL08 HLA?
The last recorded mileage for BL08 HLA was 163,218 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL08 HLA passed its MOT?
BL08 HLA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2022.
Is BL08 HLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 HLA 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 BL08 HLA?
BL08 HLA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.