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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 46,143 miles on the clock, averaging 2,647 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 HW08 GVM
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,143 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,647 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW08 GVM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HW08 GVM
What car is HW08 GVM?
HW08 GVM is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 GVM?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 GVM was 46,143 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 GVM passed its MOT?
HW08 GVM has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2023.
Is HW08 GVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 GVM 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 HW08 GVM?
HW08 GVM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.