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SW08 HWT

2008 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Black Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlack
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 147,099 miles on the clock, averaging 8,478 miles per year, around 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 SW08 HWT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
147,099
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,478

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading147,099 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,524
Average per year8,478
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW08 HWT 25k55k86k117k147k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,099 miles
Since last MOT+7,524 miles
PASS
Mileage139,575 miles
Since last MOT+16,381 miles
PASS
Mileage123,194 miles
Since last MOT+10,155 miles
PASS
Mileage113,039 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,039 miles
Since last MOT+938 miles
PASS
Mileage112,101 miles
Since last MOT+1,534 miles
PASS
Mileage110,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,567 miles
Since last MOT+4,546 miles
PASS
Mileage106,021 miles
Since last MOT+7,128 miles
PASS
Mileage98,893 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,893 miles
Since last MOT+10,805 miles
PASS
Mileage88,088 miles
Since last MOT+12,553 miles
PASS
Mileage75,535 miles
Since last MOT+12,381 miles
PASS
Mileage63,154 miles
Since last MOT+12,677 miles
PASS
Mileage50,477 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,477 miles
Since last MOT+9,467 miles
PASS
Mileage41,010 miles
Since last MOT+8,302 miles
PASS
Mileage32,708 miles
Since last MOT+7,977 miles
PASS
Mileage24,731 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

RegistrationSW08 HWT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SW08 HWT

What car is SW08 HWT?

SW08 HWT is an black Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.

What is the mileage of SW08 HWT?

The last recorded mileage for SW08 HWT was 147,099 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW08 HWT passed its MOT?

SW08 HWT has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2025.

Is SW08 HWT ULEZ compliant?

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

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