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AF08 VZJ

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,022 mi
Last recorded94,022 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 VZJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 94,022 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2023 94,022 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 91,793 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material runs down side of fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 88,525 miles

Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective rubber splitting. ()

Fail 6 Dec 2021 88,524 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective rubber splitting. ()

Pass 7 Dec 2020 85,598 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 82,733 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 82,733 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet cannot be opened no under bonnet items can be tested (3.1 (c))

Emissions not tested bonnet cannot be opened to perform pre checks (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 74,404 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 66,393 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 60,319 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 56,608 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 42,305 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 36,129 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 VZJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VZJ, 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 VZJ registered?

AF08 VZJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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