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AF08 NLV

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

120,510 mi
Last recorded120,510 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 NLV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 120,510 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 114,815 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 110,114 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 110,114 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 105,529 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 99,686 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 99,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 96,008 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 96,008 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 90,440 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 90,436 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 74,726 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 66,410 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 60,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust slightly deteriated

Fail 13 Mar 2012 60,625 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

exhaust slightly deteriated

Pass 17 Mar 2011 55,544 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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AF08 NLV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 AF08 NLV, 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 AF08 NLV registered?

AF08 NLV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AF08 NLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 NLV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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