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AF08 RLU

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,045 mi
Last recorded59,045 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 RLU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2025 59,045 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 54,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 May 2024 41,467 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 May 2023 29,078 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2022 21,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and minor cracking on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2021 15,069 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 9,058 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 2,313 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 2,188 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 2,022 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 1,833 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 1,751 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 1,484 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 1,275 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 1,105 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 851 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 RLU is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF08 RLU, 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 AF08 RLU registered?

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

Is AF08 RLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 RLU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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