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GY08 VDC

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourGrey
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 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 106,180 miles on the clock, averaging 5,051 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 GY08 VDC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
106,180
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
94%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,051

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,180 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,053
Average per year5,051
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GY08 VDC 29k48k68k87k106k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,180 miles
Since last MOT+6,053 miles
PASS
Mileage100,127 miles
Since last MOT+12,204 miles
PASS
Mileage87,923 miles
Since last MOT+6,194 miles
PASS
Mileage81,729 miles
Since last MOT+1,540 miles
PASS
Mileage80,189 miles
Since last MOT+1,738 miles
PASS
Mileage78,451 miles
Since last MOT+3,938 miles
PASS
Mileage74,513 miles
Since last MOT+3,745 miles
PASS
Mileage70,768 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,768 miles
Since last MOT+2,891 miles
PASS
Mileage67,877 miles
Since last MOT+8,075 miles
PASS
Mileage59,802 miles
Since last MOT+4,429 miles
PASS
Mileage55,373 miles
Since last MOT+5,493 miles
PASS
Mileage49,880 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage47,039 miles
Since last MOT+2,799 miles
PASS
Mileage44,240 miles
Since last MOT+2,934 miles
PASS
Mileage41,306 miles
Since last MOT+4,148 miles
PASS
Mileage37,158 miles
Since last MOT+8,277 miles
PASS
Mileage28,881 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

RegistrationGY08 VDC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GY08 VDC

What car is GY08 VDC?

GY08 VDC is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GY08 VDC?

The last recorded mileage for GY08 VDC was 106,180 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY08 VDC passed its MOT?

GY08 VDC has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jun 2026.

Is GY08 VDC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 VDC 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 GY08 VDC?

GY08 VDC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.