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AF09 GVU

2009 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,318 mi
Last recorded42,318 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Fiesta62,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 GVU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 42,318 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 42,316 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 39,890 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 35,635 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 32,434 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 30,610 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 29,689 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer walls are cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 29,208 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 28,300 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 27,390 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 26,220 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 24,460 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 22,644 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 19,328 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 12,943 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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AF09 GVU is a 2009 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 62,626 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 AF09 GVU, 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 17 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 AF09 GVU registered?

AF09 GVU is a 2009 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is AF09 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 GVU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF09 GVU have outstanding finance?

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