Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GV08 VGP

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlue
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 37,538 miles on the clock, averaging 2,704 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 VGP

MOT Status
Due date passed
37,538
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2011
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
2,704

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 reading37,538 miles
Reading date
Miles last year404
Average per year2,704
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV08 VGP 25k28k31k34k38k '11'16'15

Check GV08 VGP

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage37,538 miles
Since last MOT+404 miles
PASS
Mileage37,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,134 miles
Since last MOT+8,107 miles
PASS
Mileage29,027 miles
Since last MOT+2,130 miles
PASS
Mileage26,897 miles
Since last MOT+2,039 miles
PASS
Mileage24,858 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

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

More GV08 V plates

Browse all GV08 V registrations from Brighton.

About GV08 VGP

What car is GV08 VGP?

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

What is the mileage of GV08 VGP?

The last recorded mileage for GV08 VGP was 37,538 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV08 VGP passed its MOT?

GV08 VGP has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Jan 2016.

Is GV08 VGP ULEZ compliant?

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

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