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LU08 MPY

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Blue Registered in Sidcup, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 143,040 miles on the clock, averaging 8,756 miles per year, around 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 LU08 MPY

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,040
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,756

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading143,040 miles
Reading date
Miles last year167
Average per year8,756
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LU08 MPY 37k63k90k117k143k '11'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,040 miles
Since last MOT+167 miles
PASS
Mileage142,873 miles
Since last MOT+12,340 miles
PASS
Mileage130,533 miles
Since last MOT+266 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,267 miles
Since last MOT+10,616 miles
PASS
Mileage119,651 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,651 miles
Since last MOT+12,787 miles
PASS
Mileage106,864 miles
Since last MOT+19,341 miles
PASS
Mileage87,523 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,515 miles
Since last MOT+23,616 miles
PASS
Mileage63,899 miles
Since last MOT+3,540 miles
PASS
Mileage60,359 miles
Since last MOT+7,222 miles
PASS
Mileage53,137 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,137 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
PASS
Mileage53,130 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,125 miles
Since last MOT+7,342 miles
PASS
Mileage45,783 miles
Since last MOT+8,829 miles
PASS
Mileage36,954 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

RegistrationLU08 MPY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLU — Sidcup, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LU08 MPY

What car is LU08 MPY?

LU08 MPY is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2008.

What is the mileage of LU08 MPY?

The last recorded mileage for LU08 MPY was 143,040 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LU08 MPY passed its MOT?

LU08 MPY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2023.

Is LU08 MPY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LU08 MPY 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 LU08 MPY?

LU08 MPY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.