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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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 78,310 miles on the clock, averaging 4,616 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for YP08 ARU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,310 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,012 |
| Average per year | 4,616 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YP08 ARU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YP08 ARU
What car is YP08 ARU?
YP08 ARU is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YP08 ARU?
The last recorded mileage for YP08 ARU was 78,310 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP08 ARU passed its MOT?
YP08 ARU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 23 Jun 2025.
Is YP08 ARU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP08 ARU 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 YP08 ARU?
YP08 ARU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.