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FV08 FGU

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 97,289 miles on the clock, averaging 5,394 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 FV08 FGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,289
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,394

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,289 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year5,394
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV08 FGU 19k39k58k78k97k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,289 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,287 miles
Since last MOT+9,568 miles
PASS
Mileage87,719 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,718 miles
Since last MOT+5,631 miles
PASS
Mileage82,087 miles
Since last MOT+6,994 miles
PASS
Mileage75,093 miles
Since last MOT+1,623 miles
PASS
Mileage73,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,470 miles
Since last MOT+2,185 miles
PASS
Mileage71,285 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,279 miles
Since last MOT+7,183 miles
PASS
Mileage64,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,096 miles
Since last MOT+4,823 miles
PASS
Mileage59,273 miles
Since last MOT+6,113 miles
PASS
Mileage53,160 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,398 miles
PASS
Mileage47,762 miles
Since last MOT+5,298 miles
PASS
Mileage42,464 miles
Since last MOT+5,505 miles
PASS
Mileage36,959 miles
Since last MOT+6,199 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,760 miles
Since last MOT+5,504 miles
PASS
Mileage25,256 miles
Since last MOT+6,109 miles
PASS
Mileage19,147 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

RegistrationFV08 FGU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FV08 FGU

What car is FV08 FGU?

FV08 FGU is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.

What is the mileage of FV08 FGU?

The last recorded mileage for FV08 FGU was 97,289 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV08 FGU passed its MOT?

FV08 FGU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.

Is FV08 FGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV08 FGU 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 FV08 FGU?

FV08 FGU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.