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SH08 ULC

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Orange Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 68,900 miles on the clock, averaging 3,710 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 SH08 ULC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
68,900
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
3,710

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading68,900 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,202
Average per year3,710
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH08 ULC 14k28k41k55k69k '11'26'19

Check SH08 ULC

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,900 miles
Since last MOT+4,202 miles
PASS
Mileage64,698 miles
Since last MOT+4,402 miles
PASS
Mileage60,296 miles
Since last MOT+4,256 miles
PASS
Mileage56,040 miles
Since last MOT+3,832 miles
PASS
Mileage52,208 miles
Since last MOT+4,197 miles
PASS
Mileage48,011 miles
Since last MOT+3,097 miles
PASS
Mileage44,914 miles
Since last MOT+2,192 miles
PASS
Mileage42,722 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,700 miles
Since last MOT+3,451 miles
PASS
Mileage39,249 miles
Since last MOT+3,669 miles
PASS
Mileage35,580 miles
Since last MOT+4,320 miles
PASS
Mileage31,260 miles
Since last MOT+3,909 miles
PASS
Mileage27,351 miles
Since last MOT+3,869 miles
PASS
Mileage23,482 miles
Since last MOT+5,261 miles
PASS
Mileage18,221 miles
Since last MOT+4,428 miles
PASS
Mileage13,793 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage13,793 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

RegistrationSH08 ULC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SH08 ULC

What car is SH08 ULC?

SH08 ULC is an orange Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SH08 ULC?

The last recorded mileage for SH08 ULC was 68,900 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH08 ULC passed its MOT?

SH08 ULC has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.

Is SH08 ULC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH08 ULC 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 SH08 ULC?

SH08 ULC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.