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AC58 AEC

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

121,150 mi
Last recorded121,150 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC58 AEC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 121,150 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine / transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side front (5.3.2 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2026 121,150 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive engine / transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side front (5.3.2 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 115,237 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 108,672 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 108,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 103,221 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 96,243 miles

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

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Fail 18 Feb 2022 96,243 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall repaired .bulged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Pass 17 Feb 2021 88,995 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 83,405 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 75,582 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2019 75,576 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 65,701 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 65,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 58,091 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 58,091 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 51,795 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 41,240 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 29,054 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 29,054 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 19,264 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 11,099 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edges

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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AC58 AEC is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AC58 AEC, 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 AC58 AEC registered?

AC58 AEC is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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