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AC08 YVM

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

159,035 mi
Last recorded159,035 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 YVM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 159,035 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2022 155,253 miles

headlamp lenses faded

Pass 21 May 2021 150,709 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 145,759 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 7 May 2020 145,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 3 May 2019 140,989 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2018 126,702 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 104,861 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 88,365 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 88,365 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 78,100 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 69,546 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 69,546 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 53,487 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 47,600 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 38,541 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 YVM is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 YVM registered?

AC08 YVM is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AC08 YVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 YVM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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