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 1798cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 132,515 miles on the clock, averaging 7,249 miles per year, below 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 GY08 XCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,249 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY08 XCU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GY08 XCU
What car is GY08 XCU?
GY08 XCU is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY08 XCU?
The last recorded mileage for GY08 XCU was 132,515 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY08 XCU passed its MOT?
GY08 XCU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2025.
Is GY08 XCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 XCU 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 XCU?
GY08 XCU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.