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DF08 VEA

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 50,748 miles on the clock, averaging 2,266 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 DF08 VEA

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,748
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
2,266

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 reading50,748 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,266
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DF08 VEA 17k26k34k42k51k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,748 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,748 miles
Since last MOT+8,286 miles
PASS
Mileage42,462 miles
Since last MOT+2,427 miles
PASS
Mileage40,035 miles
Since last MOT+759 miles
PASS
Mileage39,276 miles
Since last MOT+1,449 miles
PASS
Mileage37,827 miles
Since last MOT+1,970 miles
PASS
Mileage35,857 miles
Since last MOT+2,032 miles
PASS
Mileage33,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,825 miles
Since last MOT+4,316 miles
PASS
Mileage29,509 miles
Since last MOT+6,262 miles
PASS
Mileage23,247 miles
Since last MOT+184 miles
PASS
Mileage23,063 miles
Since last MOT+981 miles
PASS
Mileage22,082 miles
Since last MOT+1,034 miles
PASS
Mileage21,048 miles
Since last MOT+1,009 miles
PASS
Mileage20,039 miles
Since last MOT+1,275 miles
PASS
Mileage18,764 miles
Since last MOT+1,414 miles
PASS
Mileage17,350 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

RegistrationDF08 VEA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DF08 VEA

What car is DF08 VEA?

DF08 VEA is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.

What is the mileage of DF08 VEA?

The last recorded mileage for DF08 VEA was 50,748 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DF08 VEA passed its MOT?

DF08 VEA has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2025.

Is DF08 VEA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF08 VEA 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 DF08 VEA?

DF08 VEA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.