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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 79,398 miles on the clock, averaging 5,641 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 RA08 GLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,398 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RA08 GLF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RA08 GLF
What car is RA08 GLF?
RA08 GLF is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 GLF?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 GLF was 79,398 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 GLF passed its MOT?
RA08 GLF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2021.
Is RA08 GLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 GLF 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 RA08 GLF?
RA08 GLF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.