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 1798cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 96,230 miles on the clock, averaging 10,324 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 BHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 96,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 56 |
| Average per year | 10,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 BHU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 BHU
What car is SM08 BHU?
SM08 BHU is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 BHU?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 BHU was 96,230 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 BHU passed its MOT?
SM08 BHU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2019.
Is SM08 BHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 BHU 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 SM08 BHU?
SM08 BHU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.