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HV08 RXS

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
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 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for HV08 RXS

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
890

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading25,924 miles
Reading date
Miles last year883
Average per year890
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HV08 RXS 21k23k24k25k26k '11'16'14

Check HV08 RXS

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage25,924 miles
Since last MOT+883 miles
PASS
Mileage25,041 miles
Since last MOT+783 miles
PASS
Mileage24,258 miles
Since last MOT+927 miles
PASS
Mileage23,331 miles
Since last MOT+992 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,339 miles
Since last MOT+852 miles
PASS
Mileage21,487 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

RegistrationHV08 RXS
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About HV08 RXS

What car is HV08 RXS?

HV08 RXS is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.

Has HV08 RXS passed its MOT?

HV08 RXS has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 25 Sep 2025.

Is HV08 RXS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV08 RXS 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 HV08 RXS?

HV08 RXS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.