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ML08 HTF

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 99,365 miles on the clock, averaging 5,011 miles per year, 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 ML08 HTF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
99,365
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,011

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,365 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,465
Average per year5,011
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML08 HTF 23k42k61k80k99k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,365 miles
Since last MOT+1,465 miles
PASS
Mileage97,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,900 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
PASS
Mileage97,792 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,792 miles
Since last MOT+1,783 miles
PASS
Mileage96,009 miles
Since last MOT+2,266 miles
PASS
Mileage93,743 miles
Since last MOT+3,646 miles
PASS
Mileage90,097 miles
Since last MOT+2,971 miles
PASS
Mileage87,126 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,080 miles
Since last MOT+4,388 miles
PASS
Mileage82,692 miles
Since last MOT+4,685 miles
PASS
Mileage78,007 miles
Since last MOT+6,894 miles
PASS
Mileage71,113 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,113 miles
Since last MOT+10,919 miles
PASS
Mileage60,194 miles
Since last MOT+8,701 miles
PASS
Mileage51,493 miles
Since last MOT+9,174 miles
PASS
Mileage42,319 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,299 miles
Since last MOT+10,894 miles
PASS
Mileage31,405 miles
Since last MOT+4,501 miles
PASS
Mileage26,904 miles
Since last MOT+3,958 miles
PASS
Mileage22,946 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,946 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

RegistrationML08 HTF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About ML08 HTF

What car is ML08 HTF?

ML08 HTF is an black Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of ML08 HTF?

The last recorded mileage for ML08 HTF was 99,365 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML08 HTF passed its MOT?

ML08 HTF has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2026.

Is ML08 HTF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML08 HTF 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 ML08 HTF?

ML08 HTF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.