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MJ08 VDM

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Purple Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourPurple
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 72,263 miles on the clock, averaging 3,096 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 MJ08 VDM

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,263
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
3,096

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,263 miles
Reading date
Miles last year44
Average per year3,096
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ08 VDM 31k41k51k62k72k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,263 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,219 miles
Since last MOT+3,453 miles
PASS
Mileage68,766 miles
Since last MOT+4,724 miles
PASS
Mileage64,042 miles
Since last MOT+3,354 miles
PASS
Mileage60,688 miles
Since last MOT+3,475 miles
PASS
Mileage57,213 miles
Since last MOT+1,674 miles
PASS
Mileage55,539 miles
Since last MOT+1,855 miles
PASS
Mileage53,684 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,680 miles
Since last MOT+2,265 miles
PASS
Mileage51,415 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,415 miles
Since last MOT+2,687 miles
PASS
Mileage48,728 miles
Since last MOT+2,280 miles
PASS
Mileage46,448 miles
Since last MOT+3,068 miles
PASS
Mileage43,380 miles
Since last MOT+3,615 miles
PASS
Mileage39,765 miles
Since last MOT+5,339 miles
PASS
Mileage34,426 miles
Since last MOT+3,840 miles
PASS
Mileage30,586 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

RegistrationMJ08 VDM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MJ08 VDM

What car is MJ08 VDM?

MJ08 VDM is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MJ08 VDM?

The last recorded mileage for MJ08 VDM was 72,263 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ08 VDM passed its MOT?

MJ08 VDM has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2025.

Is MJ08 VDM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ08 VDM 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 MJ08 VDM?

MJ08 VDM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.