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AF08 TWM

2008 Ford Fiesta

White Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

176,938 mi
Last recorded176,938 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 TWM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 176,938 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

both front brake discs heavily corroded

both front outer cv gaitors heavily perished and starting to weep

both front tyres low on tread on inner edges

both rear brake pipes heavily corroded

front towing bar, electrical socket and brake cable fitted to vehicle

major oil leak from engine

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Pass 9 Mar 2017 163,599 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 147,503 miles

exhaust smell in cabin

oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2015 129,203 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 106,904 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 96,017 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 96,017 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 82,519 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 82,517 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 68,655 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 68,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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 TWM is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 TWM, 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 TWM registered?

AF08 TWM is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AF08 TWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 TWM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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