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 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 87,503 miles on the clock, averaging 5,615 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 SL08 XYR
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 | 87,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,615 |
| 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 | SL08 XYR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SL08 XYR
What car is SL08 XYR?
SL08 XYR is an red Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 XYR?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 XYR was 87,503 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 XYR passed its MOT?
SL08 XYR has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2023.
Is SL08 XYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 XYR 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 SL08 XYR?
SL08 XYR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.