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EA08 SWV

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 136,818 miles on the clock, averaging 5,507 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for EA08 SWV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
136,818
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2012
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,507

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

Below average
Latest reading136,818 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,507
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 SWV 59k79k98k117k137k '12'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,818 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,818 miles
Since last MOT+4,833 miles
PASS
Mileage131,985 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,985 miles
Since last MOT+4,974 miles
PASS
Mileage127,011 miles
Since last MOT+4,145 miles
PASS
Mileage122,866 miles
Since last MOT+5,141 miles
PASS
Mileage117,725 miles
Since last MOT+5,177 miles
PASS
Mileage112,548 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,548 miles
Since last MOT+1,555 miles
PASS
Mileage110,993 miles
Since last MOT+6,410 miles
PASS
Mileage104,583 miles
Since last MOT+2,736 miles
PASS
Mileage101,847 miles
Since last MOT+1,458 miles
PASS
Mileage100,389 miles
Since last MOT+8,630 miles
PASS
Mileage91,759 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,759 miles
Since last MOT+9,654 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,105 miles
Since last MOT+10,079 miles
PASS
Mileage72,026 miles
Since last MOT+5,164 miles
PASS
Mileage66,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,862 miles
Since last MOT+7,664 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,198 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

RegistrationEA08 SWV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 SWV

What car is EA08 SWV?

EA08 SWV is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 SWV?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 SWV was 136,818 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 SWV passed its MOT?

EA08 SWV has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.

Is EA08 SWV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 SWV 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 SWV?

EA08 SWV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.