Vehicle summary
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 1999cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 122,514 miles on the clock, averaging 7,276 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for MR08 HLE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,514 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,372 |
| Average per year | 7,276 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MR08 HLE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MR — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MR08 HLE
What car is MR08 HLE?
MR08 HLE is an white Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MR08 HLE?
The last recorded mileage for MR08 HLE was 122,514 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MR08 HLE passed its MOT?
MR08 HLE has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is MR08 HLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MR08 HLE 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 MR08 HLE?
MR08 HLE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.