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SL08 XXA

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 105,966 miles on the clock, averaging 6,424 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 SL08 XXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,966
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,424

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,966 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,165
Average per year6,424
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL08 XXA 32k51k69k88k106k '11'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,966 miles
Since last MOT+1,165 miles
PASS
Mileage104,801 miles
Since last MOT+1,138 miles
PASS
Mileage103,663 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,647 miles
Since last MOT+1,651 miles
PASS
Mileage101,996 miles
Since last MOT+1,611 miles
PASS
Mileage100,385 miles
Since last MOT+1,282 miles
PASS
Mileage99,103 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,103 miles
Since last MOT+2,667 miles
PASS
Mileage96,436 miles
Since last MOT+6,844 miles
PASS
Mileage89,592 miles
Since last MOT+11,591 miles
PASS
Mileage78,001 miles
Since last MOT+18,953 miles
PASS
Mileage59,048 miles
Since last MOT+13,429 miles
PASS
Mileage45,619 miles
Since last MOT+13,159 miles
PASS
Mileage32,460 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

RegistrationSL08 XXA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SL08 XXA

What car is SL08 XXA?

SL08 XXA is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.

What is the mileage of SL08 XXA?

The last recorded mileage for SL08 XXA was 105,966 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL08 XXA passed its MOT?

SL08 XXA has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2022.

Is SL08 XXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 XXA 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 XXA?

SL08 XXA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.