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AG08 UVZ

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,001 mi
Last recorded108,001 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 UVZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 108,001 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 95,582 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 91,157 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 Mar 2020 91,157 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 81,696 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has a light misting of oil.

Pass 14 Mar 2018 72,405 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 61,387 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both n/s/rear and o/s/rear top coil spring mounting area corroded (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 55,655 miles

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 50,231 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Feb 2014 45,123 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Mar 2013 39,641 miles

N/s/f tyre feathering on outer shoulder

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 6 Mar 2013 39,641 miles

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

N/s/f tyre feathering on outer shoulder

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Feb 2012 33,298 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 33,298 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 27,182 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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AG08 UVZ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AG08 UVZ, 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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AG08 UVZ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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