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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 86,252 miles on the clock, averaging 11,745 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 EF08 HVO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,252 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,745 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | EF08 HVO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 HVO
What car is EF08 HVO?
EF08 HVO is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 HVO?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 HVO was 86,252 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 HVO passed its MOT?
EF08 HVO has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2017.
Is EF08 HVO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 HVO 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 HVO?
EF08 HVO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.