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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 178,054 miles on the clock, averaging 10,437 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 EA08 GVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,054 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,437 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | EA08 GVC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 GVC
What car is EA08 GVC?
EA08 GVC is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA08 GVC?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 GVC was 178,054 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 GVC passed its MOT?
EA08 GVC has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2026.
Is EA08 GVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 GVC 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 EA08 GVC?
EA08 GVC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.