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 2009 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 71,442 miles on the clock, averaging 3,882 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for EL08 TEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,442 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,007 |
| Average per year | 3,882 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EL08 TEL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EL08 TEL
What car is EL08 TEL?
EL08 TEL is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EL08 TEL?
The last recorded mileage for EL08 TEL was 71,442 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL08 TEL passed its MOT?
EL08 TEL has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2026.
Is EL08 TEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL08 TEL 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 EL08 TEL?
EL08 TEL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.