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FM57 KWU

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 86,011 miles on the clock, averaging 4,510 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 FM57 KWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,011
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2010
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,510

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading86,011 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,521
Average per year4,510
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM57 KWU 21k37k54k70k86k '10'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,011 miles
Since last MOT+6,521 miles
PASS
Mileage79,490 miles
Since last MOT+7,279 miles
PASS
Mileage72,211 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,208 miles
Since last MOT+8,044 miles
PASS
Mileage64,164 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,164 miles
Since last MOT+2,703 miles
PASS
Mileage61,461 miles
Since last MOT+2,795 miles
PASS
Mileage58,666 miles
Since last MOT+5,940 miles
PASS
Mileage52,726 miles
Since last MOT+2,342 miles
PASS
Mileage50,384 miles
Since last MOT+3,218 miles
PASS
Mileage47,166 miles
Since last MOT+2,483 miles
PASS
Mileage44,683 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,683 miles
Since last MOT+2,706 miles
PASS
Mileage41,977 miles
Since last MOT+2,583 miles
PASS
Mileage39,394 miles
Since last MOT+5,240 miles
PASS
Mileage34,154 miles
Since last MOT+6,912 miles
PASS
Mileage27,242 miles
Since last MOT+6,055 miles
PASS
Mileage21,187 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

RegistrationFM57 KWU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About FM57 KWU

What car is FM57 KWU?

FM57 KWU is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FM57 KWU?

The last recorded mileage for FM57 KWU was 86,011 miles, recorded on 1 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM57 KWU passed its MOT?

FM57 KWU has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2025.

Is FM57 KWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM57 KWU 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 FM57 KWU?

FM57 KWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.