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LJ08 UBL

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2521cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 48,715 miles on the clock, averaging 4,627 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for LJ08 UBL

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,715
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
4,627

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading48,715 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,445
Average per year4,627
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ08 UBL 17k25k33k41k49k '11'18'15

Check LJ08 UBL

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,715 miles
Since last MOT+4,445 miles
PASS
Mileage44,270 miles
Since last MOT+4,528 miles
PASS
Mileage39,742 miles
Since last MOT+4,772 miles
PASS
Mileage34,970 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,970 miles
Since last MOT+6,481 miles
PASS
Mileage28,489 miles
Since last MOT+9,191 miles
PASS
Mileage19,298 miles
Since last MOT+1,354 miles
PASS
Mileage17,944 miles
Since last MOT+673 miles
PASS
Mileage17,271 miles

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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.

Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)

Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)

Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UBL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LJ08 UBL

What car is LJ08 UBL?

LJ08 UBL is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LJ08 UBL?

The last recorded mileage for LJ08 UBL was 48,715 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ08 UBL passed its MOT?

LJ08 UBL has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Mar 2018.

Is LJ08 UBL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ08 UBL 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 LJ08 UBL?

LJ08 UBL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.