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 1798cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 78,199 miles on the clock, averaging 3,866 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BV08 USL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,199 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
Timing chain and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV08 USL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BV08 USL
What car is BV08 USL?
BV08 USL is a red Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BV08 USL?
The last recorded mileage for BV08 USL was 78,199 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV08 USL passed its MOT?
BV08 USL has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.
Is BV08 USL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV08 USL 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 BV08 USL?
BV08 USL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.