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EF08 JFU

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 135,019 miles on the clock, averaging 8,692 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 EF08 JFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,019
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,692

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading135,019 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,692
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF08 JFU 33k58k84k109k135k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,019 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,019 miles
Since last MOT+11,571 miles
PASS
Mileage123,448 miles
Since last MOT+10,424 miles
PASS
Mileage113,024 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,024 miles
Since last MOT+15,516 miles
PASS
Mileage97,508 miles
Since last MOT+13,299 miles
PASS
Mileage84,209 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,205 miles
Since last MOT+9,218 miles
PASS
Mileage74,987 miles
Since last MOT+8,149 miles
PASS
Mileage66,838 miles
Since last MOT+8,543 miles
PASS
Mileage58,295 miles
Since last MOT+4,942 miles
PASS
Mileage53,353 miles
Since last MOT+5,018 miles
PASS
Mileage48,335 miles
Since last MOT+6,162 miles
PASS
Mileage42,173 miles
Since last MOT+9,481 miles
PASS
Mileage32,692 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 JFU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 JFU

What car is EF08 JFU?

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

What is the mileage of EF08 JFU?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 JFU was 135,019 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 JFU passed its MOT?

EF08 JFU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2023.

Is EF08 JFU ULEZ compliant?

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

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