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EF08 FCE

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourWhite
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 103,048 miles on the clock, averaging 4,821 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 EF08 FCE

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,048
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,821

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading103,048 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,774
Average per year4,821
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 FCE 34k51k68k86k103k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,048 miles
Since last MOT+4,774 miles
PASS
Mileage98,274 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,272 miles
Since last MOT+1,614 miles
PASS
Mileage96,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,658 miles
Since last MOT+3,423 miles
PASS
Mileage93,235 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,231 miles
Since last MOT+4,769 miles
PASS
Mileage88,462 miles
Since last MOT+4,308 miles
PASS
Mileage84,154 miles
Since last MOT+3,209 miles
PASS
Mileage80,945 miles
Since last MOT+4,898 miles
PASS
Mileage76,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,243 miles
PASS
Mileage71,804 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage71,804 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,802 miles
Since last MOT+5,097 miles
PASS
Mileage66,705 miles
Since last MOT+6,445 miles
PASS
Mileage60,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,511 miles
PASS
Mileage55,749 miles
Since last MOT+4,056 miles
PASS
Mileage51,693 miles
Since last MOT+8,892 miles
PASS
Mileage42,801 miles
Since last MOT+8,973 miles
PASS
Mileage33,828 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

RegistrationEF08 FCE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 FCE

What car is EF08 FCE?

EF08 FCE is an white Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EF08 FCE?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 FCE was 103,048 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 FCE passed its MOT?

EF08 FCE has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2025.

Is EF08 FCE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 FCE 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 EF08 FCE?

EF08 FCE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.