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BL08 SWN

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 122,267 miles on the clock, averaging 7,675 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for BL08 SWN

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,267
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,675

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 reading122,267 miles
Reading date
Miles last year58
Average per year7,675
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BL08 SWN 29k52k76k99k122k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,267 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,209 miles
Since last MOT+3,655 miles
PASS
Mileage118,554 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,553 miles
Since last MOT+4,816 miles
PASS
Mileage113,737 miles
Since last MOT+102,733 miles
PASS
Mileage11,004 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,003 miles
PASS
Mileage105,841 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,816 miles
Since last MOT+5,788 miles
PASS
Mileage100,028 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,028 miles
Since last MOT+6,394 miles
PASS
Mileage93,634 miles
Since last MOT+10,103 miles
PASS
Mileage83,531 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,531 miles
Since last MOT+10,092 miles
PASS
Mileage73,439 miles
Since last MOT+11,137 miles
PASS
Mileage62,302 miles
Since last MOT+10,421 miles
PASS
Mileage51,881 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,881 miles
Since last MOT+16,028 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,853 miles
Since last MOT+6,743 miles
PASS
Mileage29,110 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

RegistrationBL08 SWN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BL08 SWN

What car is BL08 SWN?

BL08 SWN is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BL08 SWN?

The last recorded mileage for BL08 SWN was 122,267 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL08 SWN passed its MOT?

BL08 SWN has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2023.

Is BL08 SWN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 SWN 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 BL08 SWN?

BL08 SWN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.