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AC59 SEA

2009 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

51,870 mi
Last recorded51,870 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Fiesta62,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC59 SEA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 51,870 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 49,177 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted ALL (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 49,177 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Road wheel slightly distorted ALL (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 46,226 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 45,913 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Tested in wet conditions

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2021 45,886 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 45,721 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both worn to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 45,134 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 45,057 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 44,607 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 42,056 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 42,056 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 40,462 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust back box hangers corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2014 37,609 miles

windscreen cracked, outside swept area

Pass 27 May 2014 34,081 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 34,075 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2013 27,181 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 25,339 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 25,339 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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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AC59 SEA is a 2009 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 62,626 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 AC59 SEA, 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 17 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AC59 SEA registered?

AC59 SEA is a 2009 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is AC59 SEA safe to buy?

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