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EF08 HXX

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 138,432 miles on the clock, averaging 8,022 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 HXX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
138,432
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,022

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 reading138,432 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,196
Average per year8,022
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 HXX 16k47k77k108k138k '11'26'17

Check EF08 HXX

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,432 miles
Since last MOT+1,196 miles
PASS
Mileage137,236 miles
Since last MOT+1,466 miles
PASS
Mileage135,770 miles
Since last MOT+2,933 miles
PASS
Mileage132,837 miles
Since last MOT+6,668 miles
PASS
Mileage126,169 miles
Since last MOT+6,500 miles
PASS
Mileage119,669 miles
Since last MOT+7,941 miles
PASS
Mileage111,728 miles
Since last MOT+6,583 miles
PASS
Mileage105,145 miles
Since last MOT+8,453 miles
PASS
Mileage96,692 miles
Since last MOT+11,440 miles
PASS
Mileage85,252 miles
Since last MOT+14,221 miles
PASS
Mileage71,031 miles
Since last MOT+18,226 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,805 miles
Since last MOT+16,748 miles
PASS
Mileage36,057 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,057 miles
Since last MOT+10,793 miles
PASS
Mileage25,264 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,264 miles
Since last MOT+9,362 miles
PASS
Mileage15,902 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 HXX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 HXX

What car is EF08 HXX?

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

What is the mileage of EF08 HXX?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 HXX was 138,432 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 HXX passed its MOT?

EF08 HXX has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2026.

Is EF08 HXX ULEZ compliant?

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

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