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RO08 LAA

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Orange Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourOrange
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 51,100 miles on the clock, averaging 1,594 miles per year, well 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 RO08 LAA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
51,100
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,594

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

Low mileage
Latest reading51,100 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year1,594
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO08 LAA 27k33k39k45k51k '11'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,100 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,098 miles
Since last MOT+125 miles
PASS
Mileage50,973 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
PASS
Mileage50,958 miles
Since last MOT+610 miles
PASS
Mileage50,348 miles
Since last MOT+336 miles
PASS
Mileage50,012 miles
Since last MOT+586 miles
PASS
Mileage49,426 miles
Since last MOT+119 miles
PASS
Mileage49,307 miles
Since last MOT+1,410 miles
PASS
Mileage47,897 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,846 miles
Since last MOT+1,674 miles
PASS
Mileage46,172 miles
Since last MOT+2,417 miles
PASS
Mileage43,755 miles
Since last MOT+3,266 miles
PASS
Mileage40,489 miles
Since last MOT+3,245 miles
PASS
Mileage37,244 miles
Since last MOT+2,445 miles
PASS
Mileage34,799 miles
Since last MOT+4,238 miles
PASS
Mileage30,561 miles
Since last MOT+3,370 miles
PASS
Mileage27,191 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

RegistrationRO08 LAA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RO08 LAA

What car is RO08 LAA?

RO08 LAA is an orange Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RO08 LAA?

The last recorded mileage for RO08 LAA was 51,100 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO08 LAA passed its MOT?

RO08 LAA has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2026.

Is RO08 LAA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO08 LAA 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 RO08 LAA?

RO08 LAA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.