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AC08 DFU

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,552 mi
Last recorded56,552 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 DFU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 56,552 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 53,761 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 48,023 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 48,018 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 42,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 38,204 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 34,947 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 29,426 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 25,383 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,265 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Apr 2017 25,265 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Apr 2016 25,069 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 25,065 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 22,712 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 22,350 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 21,761 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 20,936 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 20,141 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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AC08 DFU is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AC08 DFU, 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 AC08 DFU registered?

AC08 DFU is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 DFU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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