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 64,641 miles on the clock, averaging 3,211 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 MT08 XBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 64,641 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,214 |
| Average per year | 3,211 |
| 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 | MT08 XBP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MT08 XBP
What car is MT08 XBP?
MT08 XBP is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MT08 XBP?
The last recorded mileage for MT08 XBP was 64,641 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT08 XBP passed its MOT?
MT08 XBP has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is MT08 XBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT08 XBP 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 MT08 XBP?
MT08 XBP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.