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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 135,867 miles on the clock, averaging 10,636 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for EF08 VSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,867 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,636 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | EF08 VSZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 VSZ
What car is EF08 VSZ?
EF08 VSZ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 VSZ?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 VSZ was 135,867 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 VSZ passed its MOT?
EF08 VSZ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2021.
Is EF08 VSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 VSZ 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 VSZ?
EF08 VSZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.