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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 98,994 miles on the clock, averaging 9,225 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 SL08 XWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 98,994 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,248 |
| Average per year | 9,225 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SL08 XWS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SL08 XWS
What car is SL08 XWS?
SL08 XWS is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 XWS?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 XWS was 98,994 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 XWS passed its MOT?
SL08 XWS has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2019.
Is SL08 XWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 XWS 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 SL08 XWS?
SL08 XWS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.