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CL09 TAN

2009 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,790 mi
Last recorded125,790 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Fiesta62,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCL09 TAN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 29 Dec 2025 125,790 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner door step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch /sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play just met requirements (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all x4 ()

Pass 29 Jan 2025 118,733 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

fuel pipes corroded [not yet leaking]

Pass 2 Feb 2024 112,240 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre [screw] ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear heat shield insecure

Fail 29 Jan 2024 112,184 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre [screw] ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear heat shield insecure

Pass 30 Jan 2023 102,128 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2023 101,789 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 95,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Drivers door damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive Driver driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 95,066 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Drivers door damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive Driver driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 89,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 89,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 81,849 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 74,602 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 74,602 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 62,525 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front brake fluctuating slightly

Pass 28 Dec 2016 47,591 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 39,887 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 30,602 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 26,271 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 26,125 miles

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

front brake pads low

rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 15 Apr 2013 22,182 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 17,742 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

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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CL09 TAN is a 2009 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CL09 TAN, 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.

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CL09 TAN is a 2009 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 16 April 2009.

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