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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 96,810 miles on the clock, averaging 5,542 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 SM08 YKA
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 | 96,810 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,542 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SM08 YKA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 YKA
What car is SM08 YKA?
SM08 YKA is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 YKA?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 YKA was 96,810 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 YKA passed its MOT?
SM08 YKA has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2025.
Is SM08 YKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 YKA 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 YKA?
SM08 YKA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.