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GP08 SXW

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Orange Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourOrange
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 81,064 miles on the clock, averaging 4,211 miles per year, well 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 GP08 SXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,064
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,211

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,064 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,235
Average per year4,211
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP08 SXW 23k37k52k66k81k '11'25'18

Check GP08 SXW

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,064 miles
Since last MOT+1,235 miles
PASS
Mileage79,829 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,824 miles
Since last MOT+1,359 miles
PASS
Mileage78,465 miles
Since last MOT+4,955 miles
PASS
Mileage73,510 miles
Since last MOT+12,505 miles
PASS
Mileage61,005 miles
Since last MOT+4,414 miles
PASS
Mileage56,591 miles
Since last MOT+2,043 miles
PASS
Mileage54,548 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,506 miles
Since last MOT+2,328 miles
PASS
Mileage52,178 miles
Since last MOT+3,097 miles
PASS
Mileage49,081 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,054 miles
Since last MOT+2,831 miles
PASS
Mileage46,223 miles
Since last MOT+3,686 miles
PASS
Mileage42,537 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,537 miles
Since last MOT+3,229 miles
PASS
Mileage39,308 miles
Since last MOT+3,170 miles
PASS
Mileage36,138 miles
Since last MOT+6,077 miles
PASS
Mileage30,061 miles
Since last MOT+7,538 miles
PASS
Mileage22,523 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

RegistrationGP08 SXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GP08 SXW

What car is GP08 SXW?

GP08 SXW is a orange Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GP08 SXW?

The last recorded mileage for GP08 SXW was 81,064 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP08 SXW passed its MOT?

GP08 SXW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2025.

Is GP08 SXW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP08 SXW 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 GP08 SXW?

GP08 SXW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.