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EA08 XPH

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourSilver
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 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 102,772 miles on the clock, averaging 5,494 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 XPH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
102,772
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,494

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

Below average
Latest reading102,772 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,358
Average per year5,494
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 XPH 22k43k63k83k103k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,772 miles
Since last MOT+3,358 miles
PASS
Mileage99,414 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,414 miles
Since last MOT+5,071 miles
PASS
Mileage94,343 miles
Since last MOT+3,681 miles
PASS
Mileage90,662 miles
Since last MOT+5,753 miles
PASS
Mileage84,909 miles
Since last MOT+3,859 miles
PASS
Mileage81,050 miles
Since last MOT+7,514 miles
PASS
Mileage73,536 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,528 miles
Since last MOT+3,185 miles
PASS
Mileage70,343 miles
Since last MOT+4,920 miles
PASS
Mileage65,423 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,421 miles
Since last MOT+4,851 miles
PASS
Mileage60,570 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,570 miles
Since last MOT+8,910 miles
PASS
Mileage51,660 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,658 miles
Since last MOT+9,511 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,147 miles
Since last MOT+6,930 miles
PASS
Mileage35,217 miles
Since last MOT+5,820 miles
PASS
Mileage29,397 miles
Since last MOT+6,905 miles
PASS
Mileage22,492 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 XPH
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 XPH

What car is EA08 XPH?

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

What is the mileage of EA08 XPH?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 XPH was 102,772 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 XPH passed its MOT?

EA08 XPH has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2025.

Is EA08 XPH ULEZ compliant?

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

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