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A4 EJD

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

56,737 mi
Last recorded56,737 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 EJD
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 56,737 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 14,024 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 53,258 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 11,233 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 50,309 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 10,506 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 47,182 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 8,959 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 44,547 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 6,346 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 42,036 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 66,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering/suspension/brake system corroded.

Fail 17 Mar 2020 66,203 miles

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering/suspension/brake system corroded.

Pass 8 Mar 2019 39,227 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 37,303 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 27 Feb 2018 37,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 34,327 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 34,326 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 33,348 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 31,987 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 26,832 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 26,817 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 26,015 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 23,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 20,184 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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A4 EJD is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2008 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 62,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 EJD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A4 EJD registered?

A4 EJD is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is A4 EJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 EJD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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