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AF08 RXG

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

85,712 mi
Last recorded85,712 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 RXG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2019 85,712 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive o/s driveshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre inner edge ()

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 79,672 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 79,672 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 79,267 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 76,734 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 71,568 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

offside rear tyre feathered

Fail 29 Mar 2016 71,568 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

offside rear tyre feathered

Pass 2 Apr 2015 65,154 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 56,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 56,420 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 48,362 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 48,362 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 39,553 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 31,341 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 RXG is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 RXG, 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

How do I check the history of AF08 RXG?

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What year was AF08 RXG registered?

AF08 RXG is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AF08 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 RXG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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