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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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 70,358 miles on the clock, averaging 4,242 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 ML08 GRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,242 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | ML08 GRU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About ML08 GRU
What car is ML08 GRU?
ML08 GRU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of ML08 GRU?
The last recorded mileage for ML08 GRU was 70,358 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML08 GRU passed its MOT?
ML08 GRU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Mar 2023.
Is ML08 GRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML08 GRU 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 ML08 GRU?
ML08 GRU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.