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AE08 TEK

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

96,116 mi
Last recorded96,116 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TEK
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 96,116 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 83,230 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 73,798 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 62,986 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 55,079 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 54,842 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 53,510 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 50,702 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 50,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 48,546 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 46,174 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 43,826 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 41,208 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 39,261 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 36,420 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Oct 2011 34,854 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 33,923 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/f tyre bald on outer edge (stepped tread)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

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 TEK is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 TEK, 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 TEK registered?

AE08 TEK is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is AE08 TEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TEK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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