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AJ58 FCO

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

89,213 mi
Last recorded89,213 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 FCO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 89,213 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 82,488 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 79,497 miles

vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 15 Nov 2023 77,680 miles

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

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

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

underside of the vehicle is corroded and covered in underseal

Fail 14 Nov 2023 77,680 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

underside of the vehicle is corroded and covered in underseal

Pass 14 Oct 2022 72,038 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 67,984 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 67,984 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 65,048 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 62,506 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 14 Nov 2019 62,506 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 58,571 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 53,360 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 48,234 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 44,303 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 39,341 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Nov 2013 33,165 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 30,723 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 30,723 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 28,330 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 28,330 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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AJ58 FCO is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AJ58 FCO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ58 FCO registered?

AJ58 FCO is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 25 November 2008.

Is AJ58 FCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ58 FCO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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