Vehicle summary
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 159,681 miles on the clock, averaging 8,610 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 EA08 COU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 159,681 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 52 |
| Average per year | 8,610 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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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
| Registration | EA08 COU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 COU
What car is EA08 COU?
EA08 COU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA08 COU?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 COU was 159,681 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 COU passed its MOT?
EA08 COU has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2026.
Is EA08 COU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 COU 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 EA08 COU?
EA08 COU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.