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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 59,718 miles on the clock, averaging 7,632 miles per year, around 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 SY08 SWU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 59,718 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,632 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SY08 SWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 SWU
What car is SY08 SWU?
SY08 SWU is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 SWU?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 SWU was 59,718 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 SWU passed its MOT?
SY08 SWU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2016.
Is SY08 SWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 SWU 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 SY08 SWU?
SY08 SWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.