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YC08 EJL

2008 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 147,562 miles on the clock, averaging 7,768 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for YC08 EJL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
147,562
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,768

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading147,562 miles
Reading date
Miles last year515
Average per year7,768
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YC08 EJL 31k60k89k119k148k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,562 miles
Since last MOT+515 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,047 miles
Since last MOT+9,860 miles
PASS
Mileage137,187 miles
Since last MOT+13,315 miles
PASS
Mileage123,872 miles
Since last MOT+7,250 miles
PASS
Mileage116,622 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,570 miles
Since last MOT+131 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,439 miles
Since last MOT+2,990 miles
PASS
Mileage113,449 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,449 miles
Since last MOT+4,986 miles
PASS
Mileage108,463 miles
Since last MOT+4,889 miles
PASS
Mileage103,574 miles
Since last MOT+9,403 miles
PASS
Mileage94,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,171 miles
Since last MOT+8,903 miles
PASS
Mileage85,268 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,266 miles
Since last MOT+8,945 miles
PASS
Mileage76,321 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,321 miles
Since last MOT+12,681 miles
PASS
Mileage63,640 miles
Since last MOT+6,248 miles
PASS
Mileage57,392 miles
Since last MOT+9,995 miles
PASS
Mileage47,397 miles
Since last MOT+9,845 miles
PASS
Mileage37,552 miles
Since last MOT+6,234 miles
PASS
Mileage31,318 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

RegistrationYC08 EJL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYC — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YC08 EJL

What car is YC08 EJL?

YC08 EJL is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.

What is the mileage of YC08 EJL?

The last recorded mileage for YC08 EJL was 147,562 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YC08 EJL passed its MOT?

YC08 EJL has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Mar 2026.

Is YC08 EJL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC08 EJL 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 YC08 EJL?

YC08 EJL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.