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 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 75,620 miles on the clock, averaging 4,674 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 RO08 SOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,620 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,674 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | RO08 SOU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RO08 SOU
What car is RO08 SOU?
RO08 SOU is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RO08 SOU?
The last recorded mileage for RO08 SOU was 75,620 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO08 SOU passed its MOT?
RO08 SOU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2023.
Is RO08 SOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO08 SOU 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 RO08 SOU?
RO08 SOU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.