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LS08 SZL

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 72,879 miles on the clock, averaging 3,848 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 LS08 SZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,879
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,848

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,879 miles
Reading date
Miles last year759
Average per year3,848
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS08 SZL 20k34k47k60k73k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,879 miles
Since last MOT+759 miles
PASS
Mileage72,120 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
PASS
Mileage72,082 miles
Since last MOT+487 miles
PASS
Mileage71,595 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,588 miles
Since last MOT+1,919 miles
PASS
Mileage69,669 miles
Since last MOT+3,554 miles
PASS
Mileage66,115 miles
Since last MOT+4,595 miles
PASS
Mileage61,520 miles
Since last MOT+9,115 miles
PASS
Mileage52,405 miles
Since last MOT+4,083 miles
PASS
Mileage48,322 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,278 miles
Since last MOT+3,467 miles
PASS
Mileage44,811 miles
Since last MOT+6,044 miles
PASS
Mileage38,767 miles
Since last MOT+6,225 miles
PASS
Mileage32,542 miles
Since last MOT+6,578 miles
PASS
Mileage25,964 miles
Since last MOT+5,504 miles
PASS
Mileage20,460 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

RegistrationLS08 SZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LS08 SZL

What car is LS08 SZL?

LS08 SZL is an black Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LS08 SZL?

The last recorded mileage for LS08 SZL was 72,879 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS08 SZL passed its MOT?

LS08 SZL has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2024.

Is LS08 SZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS08 SZL 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 LS08 SZL?

LS08 SZL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.