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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 146,993 miles on the clock, averaging 9,572 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SB08 UPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,993 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,572 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SB08 UPY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SB08 UPY
What car is SB08 UPY?
SB08 UPY is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB08 UPY?
The last recorded mileage for SB08 UPY was 146,993 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB08 UPY passed its MOT?
SB08 UPY has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2021.
Is SB08 UPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 UPY 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 SB08 UPY?
SB08 UPY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.