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 Diesel 1997cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for SO08 ECY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,291 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,455 |
| Average per year | 8,641 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO08 ECY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 ECY
What car is SO08 ECY?
SO08 ECY is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
Has SO08 ECY passed its MOT?
SO08 ECY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2026.
Is SO08 ECY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 ECY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO08 ECY?
SO08 ECY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.