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EF08 FHT

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Orange Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourOrange
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 148,414 miles on the clock, averaging 8,813 miles per year, around 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 FHT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
148,414
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,813

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading148,414 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,262
Average per year8,813
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 FHT 17k50k83k116k148k '11'26'19

Check EF08 FHT

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,414 miles
Since last MOT+5,262 miles
PASS
Mileage143,152 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,152 miles
Since last MOT+18,846 miles
PASS
Mileage124,306 miles
Since last MOT+706 miles
PASS
Mileage123,600 miles
Since last MOT+4,407 miles
PASS
Mileage119,193 miles
Since last MOT+905 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,288 miles
Since last MOT+8,717 miles
PASS
Mileage109,571 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,563 miles
Since last MOT+3,097 miles
PASS
Mileage106,466 miles
Since last MOT+3,856 miles
PASS
Mileage102,610 miles
Since last MOT+8,633 miles
PASS
Mileage93,977 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,941 miles
Since last MOT+8,726 miles
PASS
Mileage85,215 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,215 miles
Since last MOT+13,412 miles
PASS
Mileage71,803 miles
Since last MOT+21,425 miles
PASS
Mileage50,378 miles
Since last MOT+16,758 miles
PASS
Mileage33,620 miles
Since last MOT+16,851 miles
PASS
Mileage16,769 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 FHT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 FHT

What car is EF08 FHT?

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

What is the mileage of EF08 FHT?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 FHT was 148,414 miles, recorded on 22 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 FHT passed its MOT?

EF08 FHT has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2026.

Is EF08 FHT ULEZ compliant?

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

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