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SW08 DHX

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Silver Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 160,360 miles on the clock, averaging 11,040 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.

MOT & Mileage History for SW08 DHX

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,360
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,040

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,360 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,626
Average per year11,040
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW08 DHX 38k68k99k130k160k '11'22'16

Check SW08 DHX

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,360 miles
Since last MOT+7,626 miles
PASS
Mileage152,734 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage152,697 miles
Since last MOT+11,082 miles
PASS
Mileage141,615 miles
Since last MOT+12,286 miles
PASS
Mileage129,329 miles
Since last MOT+8,227 miles
PASS
Mileage121,102 miles
Since last MOT+9,711 miles
PASS
Mileage111,391 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,391 miles
Since last MOT+8,845 miles
PASS
Mileage102,546 miles
Since last MOT+8,832 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,714 miles
Since last MOT+8,972 miles
PASS
Mileage84,742 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,742 miles
Since last MOT+10,196 miles
PASS
Mileage74,546 miles
Since last MOT+15,270 miles
PASS
Mileage59,276 miles
Since last MOT+21,510 miles
PASS
Mileage37,766 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.

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 DHX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SW08 DHX

What car is SW08 DHX?

SW08 DHX is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.

What is the mileage of SW08 DHX?

The last recorded mileage for SW08 DHX was 160,360 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW08 DHX passed its MOT?

SW08 DHX has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2022.

Is SW08 DHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW08 DHX 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 SW08 DHX?

SW08 DHX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.