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AE08 TDJ

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,686 mi
Last recorded104,686 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TDJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 104,686 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted all 4 wheels slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 96,159 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' and zone 'B'

Pass 2 Sep 2016 89,428 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 79,665 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres cracked on the inside tyre wall

Fail 4 Sep 2015 79,665 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres cracked on the inside tyre wall

Pass 3 Sep 2014 70,317 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/f seat release not working

Pass 26 Sep 2013 63,267 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 52,301 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2011 52,301 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 TDJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TDJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 TDJ registered?

AE08 TDJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is AE08 TDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TDJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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