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RY08 UZM

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 78,721 miles on the clock, averaging 4,008 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 RY08 UZM

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,721
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,008

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,721 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,008
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RY08 UZM 26k39k53k66k79k '11'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,721 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,721 miles
Since last MOT+1,513 miles
PASS
Mileage77,208 miles
Since last MOT+1,517 miles
PASS
Mileage75,691 miles
Since last MOT+2,175 miles
PASS
Mileage73,516 miles
Since last MOT+2,163 miles
PASS
Mileage71,353 miles
Since last MOT+2,511 miles
PASS
Mileage68,842 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,842 miles
Since last MOT+3,245 miles
PASS
Mileage65,597 miles
Since last MOT+3,351 miles
PASS
Mileage62,246 miles
Since last MOT+3,055 miles
PASS
Mileage59,191 miles
Since last MOT+3,709 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,482 miles
Since last MOT+5,918 miles
PASS
Mileage49,564 miles
Since last MOT+7,442 miles
PASS
Mileage42,122 miles
Since last MOT+8,504 miles
PASS
Mileage33,618 miles
Since last MOT+7,213 miles
PASS
Mileage26,405 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

RegistrationRY08 UZM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRY — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RY08 UZM

What car is RY08 UZM?

RY08 UZM is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RY08 UZM?

The last recorded mileage for RY08 UZM was 78,721 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RY08 UZM passed its MOT?

RY08 UZM has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2024.

Is RY08 UZM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY08 UZM 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 RY08 UZM?

RY08 UZM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.