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DA08 HUV

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

87,990 mi
Last recorded87,990 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 HUV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2020 87,990 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall of o/s/r tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

front lower power stig pipe insecure

o/s/r tyre worn & perished on outer edge.

Fail 1 May 2020 87,990 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box holed by corrosion & (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall of o/s/r tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

front lower power stig pipe insecure

o/s/r tyre worn & perished on outer edge.

Pass 23 May 2019 74,017 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 72,872 miles

Central Rear Upper stop light inoperative

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 69,739 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 69,739 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 63,195 miles

Nearside Front wearing outer tred

Offside Front worn inner and outer tred

Pass 24 Jul 2015 56,740 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing outer tred

over head brake light in/op

Fail 24 Jul 2015 56,740 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

o/s/f tyre wearing outer tred

over head brake light in/op

Pass 25 Jul 2014 50,004 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

high level brake light inoperative

Fail 25 Jul 2014 50,004 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

high level brake light inoperative

Pass 26 Jul 2013 43,653 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 43,653 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 34,242 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 34,239 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 24,330 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f wing mirror broken glass

Pass 4 Apr 2011 23,237 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 HUV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 DA08 HUV, 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 HUV registered?

DA08 HUV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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