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AG08 VAU

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,262 mi
Last recorded127,262 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 VAU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 127,262 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 124,213 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 115,162 miles

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

some surface corrosion in rear inner sills areas

Pass 20 Mar 2019 102,169 miles

rear exhaust broken off

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 86,377 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 80,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2016 80,973 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2015 75,720 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 69,020 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 63,416 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 63,416 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 59,048 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 50,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust heat shield corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2011 43,764 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 VAU 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 85.7%.

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 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 VAU, 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 AG08 VAU registered?

AG08 VAU is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AG08 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 VAU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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