Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
MA08 LHW

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1798cc

Grey Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1798cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 59,661 miles on the clock, averaging 2,867 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 MA08 LHW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
59,661
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
2,867

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 reading59,661 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,977
Average per year2,867
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA08 LHW 17k28k39k49k60k '11'25'18

Check MA08 LHW

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,661 miles
Since last MOT+1,977 miles
PASS
Mileage57,684 miles
Since last MOT+2,384 miles
PASS
Mileage55,300 miles
Since last MOT+1,693 miles
PASS
Mileage53,607 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage53,599 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,599 miles
Since last MOT+922 miles
PASS
Mileage52,677 miles
Since last MOT+1,759 miles
PASS
Mileage50,918 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,917 miles
Since last MOT+2,938 miles
PASS
Mileage47,979 miles
Since last MOT+2,469 miles
PASS
Mileage45,510 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,509 miles
Since last MOT+2,328 miles
PASS
Mileage43,181 miles
Since last MOT+2,199 miles
PASS
Mileage40,982 miles
Since last MOT+2,136 miles
PASS
Mileage38,846 miles
Since last MOT+5,711 miles
PASS
Mileage33,135 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,124 miles
Since last MOT+5,949 miles
PASS
Mileage27,175 miles
Since last MOT+5,577 miles
PASS
Mileage21,598 miles
Since last MOT+4,099 miles
PASS
Mileage17,499 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Focus often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)

Timing chain and tensioner

Read our Ford Focus Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Focus

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 LHW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1798cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

More MA08 L plates

Browse all MA08 L registrations from Manchester.

About MA08 LHW

What car is MA08 LHW?

MA08 LHW is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MA08 LHW?

The last recorded mileage for MA08 LHW was 59,661 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA08 LHW passed its MOT?

MA08 LHW has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2025.

Is MA08 LHW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 LHW 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 MA08 LHW?

MA08 LHW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.