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 1999cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 34,451 miles on the clock, averaging 1,916 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for HY08 HVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,451 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,435 |
| Average per year | 1,916 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HY08 HVE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HY — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HY08 HVE
What car is HY08 HVE?
HY08 HVE is an red Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HY08 HVE?
The last recorded mileage for HY08 HVE was 34,451 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HY08 HVE passed its MOT?
HY08 HVE has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Mar 2024.
Is HY08 HVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HY08 HVE 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 HY08 HVE?
HY08 HVE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.