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EF08 FMU

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 107,572 miles on the clock, averaging 5,558 miles per year, 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 FMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,572
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,558

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading107,572 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,570
Average per year5,558
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 FMU 28k48k68k88k108k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,572 miles
Since last MOT+3,570 miles
PASS
Mileage104,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,002 miles
Since last MOT+7,685 miles
PASS
Mileage96,317 miles
Since last MOT+3,792 miles
PASS
Mileage92,525 miles
Since last MOT+6,580 miles
PASS
Mileage85,945 miles
Since last MOT+4,248 miles
PASS
Mileage81,697 miles
Since last MOT+322 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,375 miles
Since last MOT+2,968 miles
PASS
Mileage78,407 miles
Since last MOT+1,114 miles
PASS
Mileage77,293 miles
Since last MOT+10,389 miles
PASS
Mileage66,904 miles
Since last MOT+8,007 miles
PASS
Mileage58,897 miles
Since last MOT+6,940 miles
PASS
Mileage51,957 miles
Since last MOT+7,871 miles
PASS
Mileage44,086 miles
Since last MOT+8,509 miles
PASS
Mileage35,577 miles
Since last MOT+7,349 miles
PASS
Mileage28,228 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 FMU
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 FMU

What car is EF08 FMU?

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

What is the mileage of EF08 FMU?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 FMU was 107,572 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 FMU passed its MOT?

EF08 FMU has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.

Is EF08 FMU ULEZ compliant?

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

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