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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 126,704 miles on the clock, averaging 7,616 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for HW08 GFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,704 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,616 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | HW08 GFZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HW08 GFZ
What car is HW08 GFZ?
HW08 GFZ is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 GFZ?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 GFZ was 126,704 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 GFZ passed its MOT?
HW08 GFZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.
Is HW08 GFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 GFZ 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 HW08 GFZ?
HW08 GFZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.