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 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 138,300 miles on the clock, averaging 8,228 miles per year, around 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 GL08 VKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,300 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,228 |
| 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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Timing chain and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL08 VKV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GL08 VKV
What car is GL08 VKV?
GL08 VKV is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 VKV?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 VKV was 138,300 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 VKV passed its MOT?
GL08 VKV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2023.
Is GL08 VKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 VKV 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 GL08 VKV?
GL08 VKV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.