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BL08 UEY

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 84,823 miles on the clock, averaging 3,962 miles per year, well below 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 UEY

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,823
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
3,962

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,823 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,055
Average per year3,962
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BL08 UEY 33k46k59k72k85k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,823 miles
Since last MOT+5,055 miles
PASS
Mileage79,768 miles
Since last MOT+8,158 miles
PASS
Mileage71,610 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,610 miles
Since last MOT+1,175 miles
PASS
Mileage70,435 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,430 miles
Since last MOT+3,059 miles
PASS
Mileage67,371 miles
Since last MOT+2,983 miles
PASS
Mileage64,388 miles
Since last MOT+1,527 miles
PASS
Mileage62,861 miles
Since last MOT+1,607 miles
PASS
Mileage61,254 miles
Since last MOT+1,916 miles
PASS
Mileage59,338 miles
Since last MOT+1,317 miles
PASS
Mileage58,021 miles
Since last MOT+4,533 miles
PASS
Mileage53,488 miles
Since last MOT+10,727 miles
PASS
Mileage42,761 miles
Since last MOT+10,060 miles
PASS
Mileage32,701 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 UEY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BL08 UEY

What car is BL08 UEY?

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

What is the mileage of BL08 UEY?

The last recorded mileage for BL08 UEY was 84,823 miles, recorded on 24 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL08 UEY passed its MOT?

BL08 UEY has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2024.

Is BL08 UEY ULEZ compliant?

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

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