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GU08 GXV

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 58,775 miles on the clock, averaging 2,677 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 GU08 GXV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
58,775
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
2,677

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

Low mileage
Latest reading58,775 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,581
Average per year2,677
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU08 GXV 18k28k38k49k59k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,775 miles
Since last MOT+1,581 miles
PASS
Mileage57,194 miles
Since last MOT+610 miles
PASS
Mileage56,584 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,583 miles
Since last MOT+1,738 miles
PASS
Mileage54,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,845 miles
Since last MOT+2,191 miles
PASS
Mileage52,654 miles
Since last MOT+3,396 miles
PASS
Mileage49,258 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,243 miles
Since last MOT+2,557 miles
PASS
Mileage46,686 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,683 miles
Since last MOT+3,013 miles
PASS
Mileage43,670 miles
Since last MOT+1,013 miles
PASS
Mileage42,657 miles
Since last MOT+925 miles
PASS
Mileage41,732 miles
Since last MOT+1,273 miles
PASS
Mileage40,459 miles
Since last MOT+2,755 miles
PASS
Mileage37,704 miles
Since last MOT+3,010 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,694 miles
Since last MOT+5,448 miles
PASS
Mileage29,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,351 miles
PASS
Mileage23,895 miles
Since last MOT+6,209 miles
PASS
Mileage17,686 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

RegistrationGU08 GXV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GU08 GXV

What car is GU08 GXV?

GU08 GXV is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GU08 GXV?

The last recorded mileage for GU08 GXV was 58,775 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU08 GXV passed its MOT?

GU08 GXV has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2026.

Is GU08 GXV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU08 GXV 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 GU08 GXV?

GU08 GXV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.