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SL08 XXC

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 98,030 miles on the clock, averaging 6,236 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 XXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,030
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2012
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,236

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 reading98,030 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,653
Average per year6,236
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL08 XXC 36k51k67k83k98k '12'22'18

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage98,030 miles
Since last MOT+6,653 miles
PASS
Mileage91,377 miles
Since last MOT+3,332 miles
PASS
Mileage88,045 miles
Since last MOT+8,694 miles
PASS
Mileage79,351 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,351 miles
Since last MOT+5,886 miles
PASS
Mileage73,465 miles
Since last MOT+7,961 miles
PASS
Mileage65,504 miles
Since last MOT+9,204 miles
PASS
Mileage56,300 miles
Since last MOT+4,780 miles
PASS
Mileage51,520 miles
Since last MOT+6,311 miles
PASS
Mileage45,209 miles
Since last MOT+4,345 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,864 miles
Since last MOT+4,891 miles
PASS
Mileage35,973 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 XXC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SL08 XXC

What car is SL08 XXC?

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

What is the mileage of SL08 XXC?

The last recorded mileage for SL08 XXC was 98,030 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL08 XXC passed its MOT?

SL08 XXC has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 17 Mar 2022.

Is SL08 XXC ULEZ compliant?

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

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