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DA08 HOJ

2008 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,128 mi
Last recorded28,128 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 HOJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 28,128 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 26,379 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 24,412 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 22,524 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 21,198 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both fogged / scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 21,198 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi pipe to back plate (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both fogged / scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 20,239 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe behind strut starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 19,056 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 17,657 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 16,493 miles

Rear slight cracking around tyre tread areas

Pass 23 Jun 2016 14,107 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 11,717 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,274 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 7,867 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 5,945 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 5,945 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2011 4,453 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 4,453 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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DA08 HOJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DA08 HOJ, 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 DA08 HOJ registered?

DA08 HOJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is DA08 HOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 HOJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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