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SW57 GBU

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Blue Registered in Aberdeen, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 91,937 miles on the clock, averaging 6,349 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 SW57 GBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,937
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2010
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,349

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,937 miles
Reading date
Miles last year273
Average per year6,349
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW57 GBU 8k29k50k71k92k '10'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,937 miles
Since last MOT+273 miles
PASS
Mileage91,664 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,655 miles
Since last MOT+1,331 miles
PASS
Mileage90,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,324 miles
Since last MOT+2,201 miles
PASS
Mileage88,123 miles
Since last MOT+15,506 miles
PASS
Mileage72,617 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,518 miles
Since last MOT+13,158 miles
PASS
Mileage59,360 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,360 miles
Since last MOT+17,770 miles
PASS
Mileage41,590 miles
Since last MOT+4,261 miles
PASS
Mileage37,329 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,329 miles
Since last MOT+1,371 miles
PASS
Mileage35,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,958 miles
Since last MOT+4,407 miles
PASS
Mileage31,551 miles
Since last MOT+4,473 miles
PASS
Mileage27,078 miles
Since last MOT+6,889 miles
PASS
Mileage20,189 miles
Since last MOT+6,945 miles
PASS
Mileage13,244 miles
Since last MOT+5,736 miles
PASS
Mileage7,508 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

RegistrationSW57 GBU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About SW57 GBU

What car is SW57 GBU?

SW57 GBU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.

What is the mileage of SW57 GBU?

The last recorded mileage for SW57 GBU was 91,937 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW57 GBU passed its MOT?

SW57 GBU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2024.

Is SW57 GBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW57 GBU 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 SW57 GBU?

SW57 GBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.