Vehicle summary
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 51,825 miles on the clock, averaging 3,717 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 HG08 HXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,717 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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
| Registration | HG08 HXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HG08 HXL
What car is HG08 HXL?
HG08 HXL is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG08 HXL?
The last recorded mileage for HG08 HXL was 51,825 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG08 HXL passed its MOT?
HG08 HXL has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2021.
Is HG08 HXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 HXL 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 HG08 HXL?
HG08 HXL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.