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SJ08 VMU

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 86,037 miles on the clock, averaging 5,440 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 SJ08 VMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,037
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,440

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

Below average
Latest reading86,037 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,697
Average per year5,440
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SJ08 VMU 29k44k58k72k86k '11'21'16

Check SJ08 VMU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage86,037 miles
Since last MOT+1,697 miles
PASS
Mileage84,340 miles
Since last MOT+165 miles
PASS
Mileage84,175 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,173 miles
Since last MOT+90 miles
PASS
Mileage84,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,083 miles
Since last MOT+7,322 miles
PASS
Mileage76,761 miles
Since last MOT+9,207 miles
PASS
Mileage67,554 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,554 miles
Since last MOT+1,825 miles
PASS
Mileage65,729 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,729 miles
Since last MOT+2,215 miles
PASS
Mileage63,514 miles
Since last MOT+12,869 miles
PASS
Mileage50,645 miles
Since last MOT+10,188 miles
PASS
Mileage40,457 miles
Since last MOT+11,135 miles
PASS
Mileage29,322 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

RegistrationSJ08 VMU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSJ — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SJ08 VMU

What car is SJ08 VMU?

SJ08 VMU is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SJ08 VMU?

The last recorded mileage for SJ08 VMU was 86,037 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SJ08 VMU passed its MOT?

SJ08 VMU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 2 Aug 2021.

Is SJ08 VMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ08 VMU 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 SJ08 VMU?

SJ08 VMU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.