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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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 29,176 miles on the clock, averaging 1,968 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 MA08 UCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 29,176 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,134 |
| Average per year | 1,968 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | MA08 UCL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MA08 UCL
What car is MA08 UCL?
MA08 UCL is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 UCL?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 UCL was 29,176 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 UCL passed its MOT?
MA08 UCL has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Feb 2022.
Is MA08 UCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 UCL 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 MA08 UCL?
MA08 UCL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.