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D431 VAC

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,304 mi
Last recorded53,304 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD431 VAC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 53,304 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 61,130 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 48,567 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear o/s n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 46,428 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 44,361 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 42,311 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 39,889 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 39,889 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 37,295 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 34,316 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 34,316 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 30,462 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 30,462 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 26,166 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 26,166 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 21,658 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 16,606 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 9,964 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 9,964 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 6,697 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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D431 VAC is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D431 VAC, 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 D431 VAC registered?

D431 VAC is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is D431 VAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D431 VAC shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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