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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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 75,078 miles on the clock, averaging 7,090 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 HV08 RVU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,078 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,090 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV08 RVU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HV08 RVU
What car is HV08 RVU?
HV08 RVU is an red Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HV08 RVU?
The last recorded mileage for HV08 RVU was 75,078 miles, recorded on 23 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV08 RVU passed its MOT?
HV08 RVU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2019.
Is HV08 RVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV08 RVU 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 HV08 RVU?
HV08 RVU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.