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 89,295 miles on the clock, averaging 4,725 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 HV08 XVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,295 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 4,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | HV08 XVU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XVU
What car is HV08 XVU?
HV08 XVU is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HV08 XVU?
The last recorded mileage for HV08 XVU was 89,295 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV08 XVU passed its MOT?
HV08 XVU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2025.
Is HV08 XVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV08 XVU 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 XVU?
HV08 XVU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.