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SC08 VBL

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Purple Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourPurple
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 99,712 miles on the clock, averaging 16,274 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 SC08 VBL

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,712
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
50%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
16,274

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading99,712 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,195
Average per year16,274
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SC08 VBL 22k42k61k80k100k '11'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,712 miles
Since last MOT+5,195 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,517 miles
Since last MOT+19,131 miles
PASS
Mileage75,386 miles
Since last MOT+17,715 miles
PASS
Mileage57,671 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,671 miles
Since last MOT+18,527 miles
PASS
Mileage39,144 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,144 miles
Since last MOT+16,957 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,187 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

RegistrationSC08 VBL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SC08 VBL

What car is SC08 VBL?

SC08 VBL is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SC08 VBL?

The last recorded mileage for SC08 VBL was 99,712 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC08 VBL passed its MOT?

SC08 VBL has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2016.

Is SC08 VBL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC08 VBL 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 SC08 VBL?

SC08 VBL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.