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WV08 UHL

2008 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1596cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1596cc
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 1596cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 136,252 miles on the clock, averaging 7,946 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for WV08 UHL

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,252
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2011
54%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
7,946

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading136,252 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,946
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV08 UHL 37k62k87k111k136k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,252 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,250 miles
Since last MOT+626 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,624 miles
Since last MOT+7,612 miles
PASS
Mileage128,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,012 miles
Since last MOT+2,826 miles
PASS
Mileage125,186 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,186 miles
Since last MOT+3,370 miles
PASS
Mileage121,816 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,811 miles
Since last MOT+6,393 miles
PASS
Mileage115,418 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,417 miles
Since last MOT+4,846 miles
PASS
Mileage110,571 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,561 miles
Since last MOT+6,586 miles
PASS
Mileage103,975 miles
Since last MOT+5,317 miles
PASS
Mileage98,658 miles
Since last MOT+3,028 miles
PASS
Mileage95,630 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,624 miles
Since last MOT+11,792 miles
PASS
Mileage83,832 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,826 miles
Since last MOT+16,579 miles
PASS
Mileage67,247 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage51,053 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,053 miles
Since last MOT+13,983 miles
PASS
Mileage37,070 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.

Turbocharger (Garrett GT15 variable geometry turbo) – oil feed pipe sludge build-up leading to starvation and failure

EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve and actuator)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 UHL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1596cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WV08 UHL

What car is WV08 UHL?

WV08 UHL is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1596cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WV08 UHL?

The last recorded mileage for WV08 UHL was 136,252 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV08 UHL passed its MOT?

WV08 UHL has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2023.

Is WV08 UHL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV08 UHL 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 WV08 UHL?

WV08 UHL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.