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BL08 YLE

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 56,975 miles on the clock, averaging 4,001 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for BL08 YLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,975
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,001

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading56,975 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,001
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BL08 YLE 16k26k36k47k57k '11'21'18

Check BL08 YLE

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,975 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,975 miles
Since last MOT+3,088 miles
PASS
Mileage53,887 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,887 miles
Since last MOT+6,146 miles
PASS
Mileage47,741 miles
Since last MOT+4,616 miles
PASS
Mileage43,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,125 miles
Since last MOT+4,411 miles
PASS
Mileage38,714 miles
Since last MOT+5,042 miles
PASS
Mileage33,672 miles
Since last MOT+5,057 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,615 miles
Since last MOT+4,113 miles
PASS
Mileage24,502 miles
Since last MOT+3,747 miles
PASS
Mileage20,755 miles
Since last MOT+2,321 miles
PASS
Mileage18,434 miles
Since last MOT+2,820 miles
PASS
Mileage15,614 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 YLE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BL08 YLE

What car is BL08 YLE?

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

What is the mileage of BL08 YLE?

The last recorded mileage for BL08 YLE was 56,975 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL08 YLE passed its MOT?

BL08 YLE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2021.

Is BL08 YLE ULEZ compliant?

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

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