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PE08 BSU

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 58,319 miles on the clock, averaging 2,850 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 PE08 BSU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
58,319
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
2,850

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading58,319 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,850
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE08 BSU 15k26k37k48k58k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,319 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,319 miles
Since last MOT+1,686 miles
PASS
Mileage56,633 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,633 miles
Since last MOT+1,510 miles
PASS
Mileage55,123 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,123 miles
Since last MOT+1,602 miles
PASS
Mileage53,521 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,521 miles
Since last MOT+1,736 miles
PASS
Mileage51,785 miles
Since last MOT+2,320 miles
PASS
Mileage49,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,465 miles
Since last MOT+1,987 miles
PASS
Mileage47,478 miles
Since last MOT+2,287 miles
PASS
Mileage45,191 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,190 miles
Since last MOT+3,719 miles
PASS
Mileage41,471 miles
Since last MOT+3,027 miles
PASS
Mileage38,444 miles
Since last MOT+3,402 miles
PASS
Mileage35,042 miles
Since last MOT+3,930 miles
PASS
Mileage31,112 miles
Since last MOT+250 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,862 miles
Since last MOT+3,879 miles
PASS
Mileage26,983 miles
Since last MOT+3,813 miles
PASS
Mileage23,170 miles
Since last MOT+4,866 miles
PASS
Mileage18,304 miles
Since last MOT+2,926 miles
PASS
Mileage15,378 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

RegistrationPE08 BSU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PE08 BSU

What car is PE08 BSU?

PE08 BSU is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PE08 BSU?

The last recorded mileage for PE08 BSU was 58,319 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE08 BSU passed its MOT?

PE08 BSU has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.

Is PE08 BSU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE08 BSU 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 PE08 BSU?

PE08 BSU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.