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GV08 CHO

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
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 79,359 miles on the clock, averaging 4,152 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 GV08 CHO

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,359
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
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
4,152

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 reading79,359 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,748
Average per year4,152
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV08 CHO 22k36k50k65k79k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,359 miles
Since last MOT+3,748 miles
PASS
Mileage75,611 miles
Since last MOT+2,605 miles
PASS
Mileage73,006 miles
Since last MOT+2,246 miles
PASS
Mileage70,760 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
PASS
Mileage70,759 miles
Since last MOT+1,121 miles
PASS
Mileage69,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,638 miles
Since last MOT+6,183 miles
PASS
Mileage63,455 miles
Since last MOT+4,842 miles
PASS
Mileage58,613 miles
Since last MOT+6,038 miles
PASS
Mileage52,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,575 miles
Since last MOT+5,112 miles
PASS
Mileage47,463 miles
Since last MOT+4,916 miles
PASS
Mileage42,547 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,547 miles
Since last MOT+5,570 miles
PASS
Mileage36,977 miles
Since last MOT+5,027 miles
PASS
Mileage31,950 miles
Since last MOT+6,163 miles
PASS
Mileage25,787 miles
Since last MOT+4,198 miles
PASS
Mileage21,589 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

RegistrationGV08 CHO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GV08 CHO

What car is GV08 CHO?

GV08 CHO is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GV08 CHO?

The last recorded mileage for GV08 CHO was 79,359 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV08 CHO passed its MOT?

GV08 CHO has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2025.

Is GV08 CHO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV08 CHO 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 GV08 CHO?

GV08 CHO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.