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 Petrol 1798cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 15,336 miles on the clock, averaging 756 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for SY08 XHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 15,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 756 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY08 XHW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 XHW
What car is SY08 XHW?
SY08 XHW is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 XHW?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 XHW was 15,336 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 XHW passed its MOT?
SY08 XHW has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.
Is SY08 XHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 XHW 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 SY08 XHW?
SY08 XHW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.