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GU08 FYP

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 92,253 miles on the clock, averaging 5,986 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 GU08 FYP

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,253
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,986

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading92,253 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,235
Average per year5,986
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU08 FYP 17k36k54k73k92k '11'23'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage92,253 miles
Since last MOT+2,235 miles
PASS
Mileage90,018 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
PASS
Mileage89,993 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,993 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,992 miles
Since last MOT+779 miles
PASS
Mileage89,213 miles
Since last MOT+4,208 miles
PASS
Mileage85,005 miles
Since last MOT+3,643 miles
PASS
Mileage81,362 miles
Since last MOT+7,082 miles
PASS
Mileage74,280 miles
Since last MOT+7,871 miles
PASS
Mileage66,409 miles
Since last MOT+8,092 miles
PASS
Mileage58,317 miles
Since last MOT+8,385 miles
PASS
Mileage49,932 miles
Since last MOT+5,530 miles
PASS
Mileage44,402 miles
Since last MOT+5,424 miles
PASS
Mileage38,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,978 miles
Since last MOT+4,557 miles
PASS
Mileage34,421 miles
Since last MOT+12,776 miles
PASS
Mileage21,645 miles
Since last MOT+4,912 miles
PASS
Mileage16,733 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

RegistrationGU08 FYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GU08 FYP

What car is GU08 FYP?

GU08 FYP is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GU08 FYP?

The last recorded mileage for GU08 FYP was 92,253 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU08 FYP passed its MOT?

GU08 FYP has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 18 Oct 2023.

Is GU08 FYP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU08 FYP 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 GU08 FYP?

GU08 FYP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.