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EO08 OXU

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 129,471 miles on the clock, averaging 7,150 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 EO08 OXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,471
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,150

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

Below average
Latest reading129,471 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,150
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO08 OXU 34k58k82k106k129k '11'24'18

Check EO08 OXU

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,471 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,469 miles
Since last MOT+11,637 miles
PASS
Mileage117,832 miles
Since last MOT+8,281 miles
PASS
Mileage109,551 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,551 miles
Since last MOT+4,161 miles
PASS
Mileage105,390 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,390 miles
Since last MOT+10,783 miles
PASS
Mileage94,607 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,593 miles
Since last MOT+10,185 miles
PASS
Mileage84,408 miles
Since last MOT+4,668 miles
PASS
Mileage79,740 miles
Since last MOT+6,819 miles
PASS
Mileage72,921 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,921 miles
Since last MOT+10,397 miles
PASS
Mileage62,524 miles
Since last MOT+6,116 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,408 miles
Since last MOT+6,626 miles
PASS
Mileage49,782 miles
Since last MOT+6,803 miles
PASS
Mileage42,979 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,979 miles
Since last MOT+9,005 miles
PASS
Mileage33,974 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

RegistrationEO08 OXU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EO08 OXU

What car is EO08 OXU?

EO08 OXU is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EO08 OXU?

The last recorded mileage for EO08 OXU was 129,471 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO08 OXU passed its MOT?

EO08 OXU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2024.

Is EO08 OXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO08 OXU 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 EO08 OXU?

EO08 OXU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.