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DA08 UEJ

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,545 mi
Last recorded53,545 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 UEJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 53,545 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread strong (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front bumper damaged

Fail 5 Jul 2016 52,990 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread strong (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front bumper damaged

nearside front wing damaged

Pass 29 Jun 2015 38,537 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 38,537 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

n/s/r wheel bearing starting to get noisey

Fail 12 Jul 2014 30,832 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 30,832 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,283 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 20,018 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 12,329 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 UEJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UEJ, 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 UEJ registered?

DA08 UEJ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is DA08 UEJ safe to buy?

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