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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 59,912 miles on the clock, averaging 3,491 miles per year, well 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 XWU
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 59,912 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,491 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 XWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Purple |
| 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 XWU
What car is RA08 XWU?
RA08 XWU is an purple Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 XWU?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 XWU was 59,912 miles, recorded on 12 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 XWU passed its MOT?
RA08 XWU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2026.
Is RA08 XWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 XWU 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 XWU?
RA08 XWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.