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BW57 GHZ

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 54,051 miles on the clock, averaging 3,643 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 BW57 GHZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
54,051
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,643

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading54,051 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,643
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BW57 GHZ 20k29k37k46k54k '11'20'17

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,051 miles
Since last MOT+2,864 miles
PASS
Mileage51,187 miles
Since last MOT+3,719 miles
PASS
Mileage47,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,468 miles
Since last MOT+4,905 miles
PASS
Mileage42,563 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,563 miles
Since last MOT+4,144 miles
PASS
Mileage38,419 miles
Since last MOT+3,856 miles
PASS
Mileage34,563 miles
Since last MOT+4,397 miles
PASS
Mileage30,166 miles
Since last MOT+4,850 miles
PASS
Mileage25,316 miles
Since last MOT+5,097 miles
PASS
Mileage20,219 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

RegistrationBW57 GHZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBW — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About BW57 GHZ

What car is BW57 GHZ?

BW57 GHZ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BW57 GHZ?

The last recorded mileage for BW57 GHZ was 54,051 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BW57 GHZ passed its MOT?

BW57 GHZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2020.

Is BW57 GHZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 GHZ 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 BW57 GHZ?

BW57 GHZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.