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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 151,566 miles on the clock, averaging 8,906 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for PL08 UTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 151,566 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 8,906 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | PL08 UTU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PL08 UTU
What car is PL08 UTU?
PL08 UTU is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL08 UTU?
The last recorded mileage for PL08 UTU was 151,566 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL08 UTU passed its MOT?
PL08 UTU has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2025.
Is PL08 UTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 UTU 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 PL08 UTU?
PL08 UTU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.