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 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 85,817 miles on the clock, averaging 5,358 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 RX08 FTU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,817 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,725 |
| Average per year | 5,358 |
| 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 | RX08 FTU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RX08 FTU
What car is RX08 FTU?
RX08 FTU is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RX08 FTU?
The last recorded mileage for RX08 FTU was 85,817 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX08 FTU passed its MOT?
RX08 FTU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2025.
Is RX08 FTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX08 FTU 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 RX08 FTU?
RX08 FTU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.