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EF08 DXV

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 53,977 miles on the clock, averaging 2,026 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 EF08 DXV

MOT Status
Due date passed
53,977
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
93%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
2,026

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading53,977 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,729
Average per year2,026
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 DXV 28k35k41k48k54k '11'24'18

Check EF08 DXV

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage53,977 miles
Since last MOT+6,729 miles
PASS
Mileage47,248 miles
Since last MOT+2,943 miles
PASS
Mileage44,305 miles
Since last MOT+4,111 miles
PASS
Mileage40,194 miles
Since last MOT+450 miles
PASS
Mileage39,744 miles
Since last MOT+682 miles
PASS
Mileage39,062 miles
Since last MOT+456 miles
PASS
Mileage38,606 miles
Since last MOT+568 miles
PASS
Mileage38,038 miles
Since last MOT+697 miles
PASS
Mileage37,341 miles
Since last MOT+2,176 miles
PASS
Mileage35,165 miles
Since last MOT+1,893 miles
PASS
Mileage33,272 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,269 miles
Since last MOT+1,029 miles
PASS
Mileage32,240 miles
Since last MOT+4,160 miles
PASS
Mileage28,080 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

RegistrationEF08 DXV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 DXV

What car is EF08 DXV?

EF08 DXV is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EF08 DXV?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 DXV was 53,977 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 DXV passed its MOT?

EF08 DXV has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Apr 2024.

Is EF08 DXV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 DXV 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 EF08 DXV?

EF08 DXV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.