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AD08 TEJ

2008 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

145,713 mi
Last recorded145,713 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 TEJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 145,713 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 123,159 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2024 123,144 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 111,864 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2023 111,840 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 102,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 91,260 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 91,260 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 82,368 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 69,547 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 69,547 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 60,862 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 53,052 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 47,159 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 39,407 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 34,266 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 30,863 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 27,681 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 25,174 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 25,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 12,230 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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AD08 TEJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AD08 TEJ, 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 AD08 TEJ registered?

AD08 TEJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AD08 TEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 TEJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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