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GY08 XBW

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 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 108,821 miles on the clock, averaging 4,777 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 GY08 XBW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
108,821
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
84%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,777

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading108,821 miles
Reading date
Miles last year559
Average per year4,777
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GY08 XBW 37k55k73k91k109k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,821 miles
Since last MOT+559 miles
PASS
Mileage108,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,262 miles
Since last MOT+18,325 miles
PASS
Mileage89,937 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,937 miles
Since last MOT+710 miles
PASS
Mileage89,227 miles
Since last MOT+2,207 miles
PASS
Mileage87,020 miles
Since last MOT+1,190 miles
PASS
Mileage85,830 miles
Since last MOT+1,491 miles
PASS
Mileage84,339 miles
Since last MOT+5,050 miles
PASS
Mileage79,289 miles
Since last MOT+1,364 miles
PASS
Mileage77,925 miles
Since last MOT+10,260 miles
PASS
Mileage67,665 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,665 miles
PASS
Mileage84,054 miles
Since last MOT+27,919 miles
PASS
Mileage56,135 miles
Since last MOT+4,024 miles
PASS
Mileage52,111 miles
Since last MOT+3,909 miles
PASS
Mileage48,202 miles
Since last MOT+4,211 miles
PASS
Mileage43,991 miles
Since last MOT+7,120 miles
PASS
Mileage36,871 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 XBW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourOrange
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 XBW

What car is GY08 XBW?

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

What is the mileage of GY08 XBW?

The last recorded mileage for GY08 XBW was 108,821 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY08 XBW passed its MOT?

GY08 XBW has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2026.

Is GY08 XBW ULEZ compliant?

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

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