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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 49,174 miles on the clock, averaging 2,758 miles per year, well 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 HG08 BHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,174 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,082 |
| Average per year | 2,758 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HG08 BHU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HG08 BHU
What car is HG08 BHU?
HG08 BHU is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG08 BHU?
The last recorded mileage for HG08 BHU was 49,174 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG08 BHU passed its MOT?
HG08 BHU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2026.
Is HG08 BHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 BHU 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 HG08 BHU?
HG08 BHU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.