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EF08 HYT

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlack
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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 112,832 miles on the clock, averaging 6,039 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 HYT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
112,832
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,039

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading112,832 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,039
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 HYT 26k48k69k91k113k '11'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,832 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,832 miles
Since last MOT+7,408 miles
PASS
Mileage105,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,424 miles
Since last MOT+34,235 miles
PASS
Mileage71,189 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,189 miles
Since last MOT+3,511 miles
PASS
Mileage67,678 miles
Since last MOT+10,547 miles
PASS
Mileage57,131 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,122 miles
Since last MOT+234 miles
PASS
Mileage56,888 miles
Since last MOT+2,524 miles
PASS
Mileage54,364 miles
Since last MOT+3,093 miles
PASS
Mileage51,271 miles
Since last MOT+3,509 miles
PASS
Mileage47,762 miles
Since last MOT+4,814 miles
PASS
Mileage42,948 miles
Since last MOT+9,251 miles
PASS
Mileage33,697 miles
Since last MOT+7,652 miles
PASS
Mileage26,045 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 HYT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 HYT

What car is EF08 HYT?

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

What is the mileage of EF08 HYT?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 HYT was 112,832 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 HYT passed its MOT?

EF08 HYT has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2025.

Is EF08 HYT ULEZ compliant?

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

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