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BD08 WLJ

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 96,372 miles on the clock, averaging 6,410 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for BD08 WLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,372
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,410

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading96,372 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,668
Average per year6,410
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BD08 WLJ 12k33k54k75k96k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,372 miles
Since last MOT+9,668 miles
PASS
Mileage86,704 miles
Since last MOT+11,304 miles
PASS
Mileage75,400 miles
Since last MOT+11,896 miles
PASS
Mileage63,504 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,504 miles
Since last MOT+9,668 miles
PASS
Mileage53,836 miles
Since last MOT+12,146 miles
PASS
Mileage41,690 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,690 miles
Since last MOT+10,692 miles
PASS
Mileage30,998 miles
Since last MOT+3,670 miles
PASS
Mileage27,328 miles
Since last MOT+3,043 miles
PASS
Mileage24,285 miles
Since last MOT+2,179 miles
PASS
Mileage22,106 miles
Since last MOT+1,973 miles
PASS
Mileage20,133 miles
Since last MOT+2,043 miles
PASS
Mileage18,090 miles
Since last MOT+2,789 miles
PASS
Mileage15,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage15,301 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage12,165 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2002–2008), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Coolant thermostat housing (plastic outlet on cylinder head)

Plastic housing cracks or warps, O-ring seal fails, releasing fragments into cooling system.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 WLJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BD08 WLJ

What car is BD08 WLJ?

BD08 WLJ is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BD08 WLJ?

The last recorded mileage for BD08 WLJ was 96,372 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD08 WLJ passed its MOT?

BD08 WLJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2024.

Is BD08 WLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 WLJ 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 BD08 WLJ?

BD08 WLJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.