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SM08 CLX

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

White Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourWhite
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 100,743 miles on the clock, averaging 4,687 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 SM08 CLX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
100,743
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,687

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 reading100,743 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year4,687
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM08 CLX 30k47k65k83k101k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,743 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,737 miles
Since last MOT+3,068 miles
PASS
Mileage97,669 miles
Since last MOT+4,359 miles
PASS
Mileage93,310 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
PASS
Mileage93,245 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,245 miles
Since last MOT+4,125 miles
PASS
Mileage89,120 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,120 miles
Since last MOT+2,848 miles
PASS
Mileage86,272 miles
Since last MOT+744 miles
PASS
Mileage85,528 miles
Since last MOT+2,849 miles
PASS
Mileage82,679 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,679 miles
Since last MOT+7,797 miles
PASS
Mileage74,882 miles
Since last MOT+150 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,732 miles
Since last MOT+4,780 miles
PASS
Mileage69,952 miles
Since last MOT+4,240 miles
PASS
Mileage65,712 miles
Since last MOT+7,624 miles
PASS
Mileage58,088 miles
Since last MOT+9,743 miles
PASS
Mileage48,345 miles
Since last MOT+119 miles
PASS
Mileage48,226 miles
Since last MOT+3,311 miles
PASS
Mileage44,915 miles
Since last MOT+3,239 miles
PASS
Mileage41,676 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,719 miles
Since last MOT+57,659 miles
PASS
Mileage36,060 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,060 miles
Since last MOT+6,308 miles
PASS
Mileage29,752 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,752 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

RegistrationSM08 CLX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SM08 CLX

What car is SM08 CLX?

SM08 CLX is an white Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.

What is the mileage of SM08 CLX?

The last recorded mileage for SM08 CLX was 100,743 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM08 CLX passed its MOT?

SM08 CLX has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2026.

Is SM08 CLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 CLX 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 CLX?

SM08 CLX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.