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AE08 TCB

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,486 mi
Last recorded134,486 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TCB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Jul 2021 134,486 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 127,422 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 116,346 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 103,023 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 90,074 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 75,859 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 62,346 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 62,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 56,244 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 47,498 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 39,967 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 14 Jul 2011 31,936 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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AE08 TCB is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE08 TCB, 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 AE08 TCB registered?

AE08 TCB is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AE08 TCB safe to buy?

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