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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 81,039 miles on the clock, averaging 6,415 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for RA08 XBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,770 |
| Average per year | 6,415 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RA08 XBO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RA08 XBO
What car is RA08 XBO?
RA08 XBO is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 XBO?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 XBO was 81,039 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 XBO passed its MOT?
RA08 XBO has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2021.
Is RA08 XBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 XBO 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 RA08 XBO?
RA08 XBO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.