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SO57 LZE

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 111,549 miles on the clock, averaging 6,916 miles per year, 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 SO57 LZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,549
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,916

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,549 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,916
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SO57 LZE 19k42k65k88k112k '11'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,549 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,547 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,544 miles
Since last MOT+240 miles
PASS
Mileage111,304 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,304 miles
Since last MOT+3,741 miles
PASS
Mileage107,563 miles
Since last MOT+5,488 miles
PASS
Mileage102,075 miles
Since last MOT+10,297 miles
PASS
Mileage91,778 miles
Since last MOT+9,900 miles
PASS
Mileage81,878 miles
Since last MOT+11,247 miles
PASS
Mileage70,631 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,624 miles
Since last MOT+8,420 miles
PASS
Mileage62,204 miles
Since last MOT+8,545 miles
PASS
Mileage53,659 miles
Since last MOT+3,715 miles
PASS
Mileage49,944 miles
Since last MOT+10,133 miles
PASS
Mileage39,811 miles
Since last MOT+16,365 miles
PASS
Mileage23,446 miles
Since last MOT+4,489 miles
PASS
Mileage18,957 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,957 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

RegistrationSO57 LZE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSO — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About SO57 LZE

What car is SO57 LZE?

SO57 LZE is an red Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.

What is the mileage of SO57 LZE?

The last recorded mileage for SO57 LZE was 111,549 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SO57 LZE passed its MOT?

SO57 LZE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2024.

Is SO57 LZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 LZE 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 SO57 LZE?

SO57 LZE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.