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AD08 ZHV

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

147,924 mi
Last recorded147,924 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 ZHV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 147,924 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 147,924 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 135,628 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 131,267 miles

Gearbox mount deteriorated

Fail 2 Dec 2020 131,267 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Gearbox mount deteriorated

Pass 3 Jun 2019 129,606 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 127,493 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2018 127,493 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 124,867 miles

front wipes poor

Pass 7 Jul 2016 118,230 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 115,875 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 112,317 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 93,400 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 93,400 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 66,552 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 66,552 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 39,313 miles

wipers not parking automatically

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 ZHV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AD08 ZHV, 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 ZHV registered?

AD08 ZHV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is AD08 ZHV safe to buy?

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