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 Diesel 1997cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 98,317 miles on the clock, averaging 7,237 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for ET08 HLA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,317 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,252 |
| Average per year | 7,237 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ET08 HLA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About ET08 HLA
What car is ET08 HLA?
ET08 HLA is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of ET08 HLA?
The last recorded mileage for ET08 HLA was 98,317 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET08 HLA passed its MOT?
ET08 HLA has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2020.
Is ET08 HLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET08 HLA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ET08 HLA?
ET08 HLA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.