Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 99,077 miles on the clock, averaging 6,399 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 SO08 ECE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,077 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,640 |
| Average per year | 6,399 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SO08 ECE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 ECE
What car is SO08 ECE?
SO08 ECE is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 ECE?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 ECE was 99,077 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 ECE passed its MOT?
SO08 ECE has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2023.
Is SO08 ECE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 ECE 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 SO08 ECE?
SO08 ECE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.