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AC08 OVB

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

143,294 mi
Last recorded143,294 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 OVB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 143,294 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 143,283 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 138,805 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 138,805 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 128,175 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 128,170 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 119,514 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 117,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 108,324 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 108,204 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 99,230 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 91,049 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 81,020 miles

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

exhaust shield loose

Pass 29 Aug 2014 72,315 miles

brake fluid low but above minimum

Pass 17 Apr 2014 684,872 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 58,640 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 58,563 miles

Offside Inner Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 47,863 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 36,992 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 OVB is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 OVB, 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 OVB registered?

AC08 OVB is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 22 April 2008.

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The MOT history for AC08 OVB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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