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AF08 RYU

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

137,190 mi
Last recorded137,190 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 RYU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 137,190 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 137,190 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2022 133,419 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 133,418 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 128,462 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2021 128,462 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 124,897 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 119,019 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

slight wear/cracking to inner edge of offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2018 109,287 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 101,335 miles

Nearside Rear Cut in tyre tread.

Offside Rear Tyre perished within the tread.

Pass 24 Jun 2016 90,771 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 78,861 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 78,861 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 65,065 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 65,065 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2013 50,783 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 50,783 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 39,745 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 31,311 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 31,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 RYU is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 RYU, 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 RYU registered?

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

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